Appendicitis how many days to be discharged

Written by Ren Zheng Xin
Gastroenterology
Updated on February 04, 2025
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The length of hospital stay after appendicitis treatment varies greatly depending on the individual's constitution, the severity of the appendicitis, and the method of treatment used. If the symptoms are mild and only conservative medication treatment is chosen, then you can be discharged after the symptoms disappear. If surgical treatment is chosen, then it's typical to observe for three to five days post-surgery; if there are no significant signs of infection or pus formation, then discharge can be considered, followed by observational treatment. If there is significant pus formation, or cases of gangrene or perforation that lead to severe peritonitis, routine anti-infection treatment should be administered post-surgery. Therefore, the treatment period may be longer, requiring a waiting period until the inflammation is completely resolved before discharge.

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How long to rest after appendicitis surgery?

After an appendectomy, if there is no significant suppuration or infection, a recovery period of at least two weeks is required. During this period, it is important to rest, pay attention to diet, increase nutrition, and increase protein intake, such as eating more chicken, fish, and soy products. Also, consume more vegetables and fruits, engage in appropriate exercises to increase gastrointestinal motility. The surgical incision should be dressed regularly, and sutures can be removed after a week post-operation, then depending on the condition, decide whether to change the dressing again.

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Can you drink alcohol with appendicitis?

Having appendicitis absolutely prohibits drinking alcohol, as alcohol can stimulate the mucous membranes of the gastrointestinal tract, causing appendicitis to worsen. For appendicitis, active treatment is necessary. During the acute phase, one should not eat anything. In the postoperative recovery or convalescence phase, a semi-liquid or liquid diet can be appropriately chosen. Currently, surgery is the predominant method for treating appendicitis, with laparoscopic appendectomy being a common procedure. This surgical method involves minimal bleeding during the operation and faster postoperative recovery, characterizing it as a minimally invasive treatment. Postoperative care should be enhanced, with increased water intake and more vegetables to prevent constipation.

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Causes of Appendicitis

The appendix is connected to the cecum at one end, has a narrow lumen, and is rich in lymphatic tissue. The anatomical basis of the appendix makes it prone to inflammation. Generally, appendicitis is caused by different obstructions in the appendix, such as fecaliths, fecal masses, food residues, and parasites like roundworms, which can all lead to obstruction of the appendix and trigger acute appendicitis. Additionally, gastrointestinal dysfunction can also cause spasms and contractions of the muscles in the appendix wall, affecting the emptying of the appendix and its blood circulation, leading to inflammation of the appendix. Appendicitis requires timely treatment, and surgery might be necessary for symptomatic support.

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Does appendicitis cause fever?

Appendicitis often causes fever, due to systemic infection caused by inflammation entering the bloodstream. Generally, it only causes a low fever without chills. The temperature in suppurative appendicitis does not exceed 38 degrees Celsius. High fever above 38 degrees Celsius is mostly seen in cases of appendiceal perforation or concurrent peritonitis. In addition to fever, acute appendicitis also presents with abdominal pain, tenderness and rebound pain in the abdomen, tension in the abdominal muscles, as well as nausea, vomiting, and increased frequency of bowel movements due to reflexive gastric spasms.

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Is appendicitis prone to recurrence?

For acute appendicitis, if the appendix is not removed surgically, it is relatively prone to recurrence, and chronic appendicitis may also develop. Therefore, once appendicitis is diagnosed, surgery to remove the appendix is generally required. The more commonly used surgical method is laparoscopic appendectomy. This method involves less bleeding during the surgery and quicker postoperative recovery, with minimal damage to the body. Only small scars can be seen on the body surface, making it a preferable option for those concerned about aesthetics.