5 things you need to know about nursing after appendectomy

If you are recovering from appendectomy and have surgically removed the inflamed or infected appendix, please follow your doctor's instructions carefully. Most people recover quickly and smoothly, but there are things that need attention. Always look at your incision and pay attention to any signs of infection. Your incision looks a bit pink, slightly swollen, and it feels normal to be soft. But please pay attention to the drainage around the incision, bright redness or excessive swelling around the incision. These may be signs of infection.

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If you are recovering from an appendectomy, surgically remove the inflamed or infected appendix, please follow your doctor's advice carefully. Medium people can recover quickly and smoothly, but there are some things to be aware of. Always look at your incision and pay attention to any signs of infection. Your incision looks a bit pink, slightly swollen, and it feels normal to be soft. But please pay attention to the drainage around the incision, bright redness or excessive swelling around the incision. These may be signs of infection.