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I have a strong unbearable pain on the right side of my stomach. It is happening regular so showed it to my doctor. After sonography he suggested me remove my appendix as it was infected, hence I had pain. I have never been admitted to any hospital ever so very scared. please tell me is there any complications in appendectomy?

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better get it removed before it gets to complicated scenario. get another opinion as well if you have doubts ...  Read More

I had a burst appendix surgery in mid October 2022. I was in hospital for 11 days. After all medication, antibiotics and rest I am getting well, but I am facing Gastric and bowel movement problem 2 months after surgery. Although I visited to my surgeon he asked not worry about that, it is post Appendectomy complications, it will be gone if i follow

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Nothing to worry about. Do you have fever? Connect over call for further discussion ...  Read More

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Hello is Lap or Open Appendectomy is painful procedure? How will be the pain during surgery? And after surgery how will be the pain? Im really worried and don't got any surgery before I want to die than having operation due to its pain

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No is not Under anaesthesia And painkillers post surgery Relax ...  Read More

My right inguinal hernia laparoscopic surgery was done a week ago. How will I get to know in case there is any complication?

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Pan , fever, swelling look for ...  Read More

Hi My mom had open appendectomy one week before and today completes one week but she still has pain in the operated area as same as the 1st day of the surgery. Is it normal? Or if there are any complications? How long does the pain take to reduce? Thanks

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Pain gradually reduces over time. However it is very difficult to comment without knowing the complete details of the case and procedure. It is better you consult the operating surgeon itself. ...  Read More

How long after appendectomy (lap) surgery I can walk on treadmill and do other workouts? What type of diet should u follow? Can I drink protein shake after 4 weeks of surgery.

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Avoid heavy exercises for 1 month atleast. ...  Read More

Can you get a hernia after an appendectomy? i had surgery almost two weeks ago my appendix was removed and mo my left side is constantly hurting and swollen

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Appendectomy is done on right side. Pain and swelling on left side. Doesn’t sound like hernia from the history provided. Kindly send me a picture of the swelling ...  Read More

Hi , I have left Inguinal Hernia . Doctor had suggested laproscopic surgery at the earliest. I want to know what are the complications of the surgery? My wife and I are planning to have a child as well, after surgery. Would the surgery affect in such case?

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Surgery is the only option.then u can do proper exercise and diet to strength the muscles. ...  Read More

Hi I’m a 47yr old male. I had surgery on my hand for ‘ trigger finger’ 3 months ago and ever since I have been unwell. I have been feeling constant pain in my shoulders and upper arm muscles. As well as constantly stiffness and soreness going from high in my inner and outer thigh. I will be getting some blood tests done this week but was just wonde

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Dear ,as u said u under went surgery. Whatever u gave details all its going in favor of brachial plexus injury so again u fallow up with your surgeon ...  Read More

My wife gone through ectopic pregnancy due to hydrosalpinx and endometriosis. doc did laprotomy surgery after laproscopy due to endometriosis stage 4 and remove it. one fallopian tube removed and another one caturized. Now on 14 days after surgery fluid coming out from stiches they did dressing and admitted her again now after 20 days of surgery dr

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Ask her clearly ,pls connect for online consultation and advice ...  Read More

Is there any possibility of weight loss after appendectomy , I had undergone appendectomy 6 months ago and i lost around kgs

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Healthy morning, Yes, Start exercise with proper nutrition balance diet. Before prescribing diet plan I need to know proper information like your medical history family history etc. Lifestyle, physica ...  Read More

I have gone through surgery in March for my external haemorrhoids along with tags , but now I am having the lumps again ,do I need to go for surgery again. ?? I'm very worried

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Need your previous surgical details ...  Read More

I had my appendectomy a week back, the medication course is over, I have mild pain in right abdomen is it normal? If not what are the complications? Thanks in advance

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Mild pain is normal It takes approximately 3 weeks for active healing So may experience some pain.. ...  Read More

I had laparoscopic appendectomy 3 days back and had bowel movement today, stool is whitish Grey and brown in colour is it okay? Should I be concerned? Thanks in advance

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Dn’t worry mam, check for 2 days more and get back ...  Read More

I have pain in appendix area right side whereas I have already done appendectomy before 6 months . Pain feel when I coughing, smiling bending . So why this happened now after surgery.

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Primarily one ultrasound abdomen do once and connect with me for consultation ...  Read More

What is the treatment for entangled nerve during hernia surgery?...............Please kindly reply...

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WHY are you concerning about that,it is job of the surgeon?He will do the needful Don't worry. If you have any symptoms pertaining to hernia repair, kindly mention that. We will try to address that ...  Read More

Are there any complication from semen culture test pls help. . ... ... ... ... ... . ... . . ... ..

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As it is a non invasive test, you don’t have major complications. Make sure that the semen you give is not contaminated by following the instructions ...  Read More

Had laparoscopic appendectomy 25 days back. After 20 days my surgery i took one beer and eat market food. Now I had abdominal pain lower right side when i move then i feel pain. My surgeon said take medicine for 5 days. please tell me what happened. its normal???

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May be acid peptic disease Don't worry ...  Read More

Had laparoscopic appendectomy 3 days back. Today I had abdominal pain and felt like gas trapped and nausea. Haven't passed stool since surgery but have passed some gas today. Talked to my Dr he said nothing to worry about and to eat some pears. But I vomited after dinner. Is it something to be worried about. Please advice.

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If your continue to have vomiting I.e more than 2 episodes with abdominal pain immediately visit your doctor. Otherwise vomiting for one time commonly occurs. Walk around and eat some pears, symptoms ...  Read More

I had laparoscopic appendectomy 5 days back and was discharged from hospital 3 days after surgery.I am able to pass urine normally but still didn't have bowel movement.Is it something serious?

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Wait for two days If not consult doctor ...  Read More

I had lap appendectomy in June 2021, and right now having pain on right side of abdomen, back and groin. Ct scan revealed non specific lymphadenopathy. I'm attaching report. What to do now ?

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Ct scan should be done with contrast, this scan is not of much use ...  Read More

3 weeks ago I had laproscopic appendectomy and it was uncomplicated. Now, I'm facing constipation and difficulty in passing stools, and the stools are quite hard and blood is coming out of anus. What shall I do ? Is it something that I need to worry about ?

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Constipation after operation due to irregular bowel habits and diet. This hard stool may create fissure in Anal canal. ...  Read More

Hi, Just before, 2 days i had surgery of humerus bone. But after that my wrists goes down but fingers have some motion. Is it serious or it can recover automatically.

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Kindly go to the doctor who operated on you. Do not ignore it. ...  Read More

I'll have erection sometimes while straining passing stools. This would go away in few seconds. I had right inguinal hernia laparoscopic surgery 6 weeks ago. Before that, I never had this problem. And this problem started soon after surgery. Is this really a problem? Do I need treatment?

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This can happen especially if you have constipation. Take a laxative if you also have constipation. ...  Read More

I had a laparoscopic appendectomy on 13th November. Though I have recovered now,have no gas problems,can walk,but i sometimes have pain in the appendix site.But my main concern is that I feel that my belly shape has changed,as if all the weight has gone down and accumulated in the lower abdomen.As if my lower abdomen has become sulky and saggy.Is i

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Dont worry about this nothing happens after lap appendix surgery.Pain is due to wound healing process that will be ok with time.As far as self image is concerned not much to bother about at this young ...  Read More

Diagnosed with varicocele and open surgery done july2019 Before surgery there was no symptoms but now after surgery i feel pain sometimes, heat or burning sensation on my left side testis which operated. Stabbing pain when no support to scrotum on the same left testicle . Left testicle is hard than the right one. Please help i m in a depression wi

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Please get yourself examined by Urologist. Get an ultrasound of scrotum. ...  Read More

I underwent internoexternal piles laser surgery with Kshar Sutra on 1st June 2020. But I am still not feeling well and bleeding is there while bowel movements. It's tremendous pain and I am also following up with my treating doctor. Is there any anal stenosis or stricture which is causing the bleeding and if yes, what ailments are 100% curing. Plea

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Need detailed history and evaluation ...  Read More

2 days back artificial pacemaker was put after surgery. Now the patient feels dizziness and fainting.

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Dear sir, Mother in law had a catarct surgery in april thru laser however still she feels itching heaviness in her eyes and discomfort. She used glasses also and few drops recommended by doc still no recovery..pls advice. Regards Priyanka

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Hello This could be due to meibomitis and may not be related to surgery Kindly share photos of her eyes so that I may guide you better ...  Read More

Hi I am 35 year old male. I had severe pain in the right side of the abdomen with vomiting and was diagnosed with appendicitis and the doctors suggested to do surgery to remove it. Now a days there is also an option of laparoscopic appendectomy over cut. kindly suggest which should be better? and any risks involved in either?

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It's fairly common operation performed without minimum complications. ...  Read More

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