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Appendectomy stitch infection
I had a single site laparoscopic appendectomy 2 weeks ago in my belly button and now it’s red with a little pus coming out. I’m worried that if or when my surgeon has to take out the stitch it will hurt because it’s very tender.
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Hello, Thanks for your query on Practo "As" per your clinical history is concerned do a clinical examination by your Doctor and clean the wound with tropical antibiotic and discuss injectable antibiotics like with your Doctor about [ceftriaxone].
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Do follow lifestyle modifications like this - 1)Avoid strenuous activity at first. If your appendectomy was done laparoscopically, limit your activity for 10 days. 2)Support your abdomen when you cough. Place a pillow over your abdomen and apply pressure before you cough, laugh or move to help reduce pain. 3)Call your doctor if your pain medications aren't helping. Being in pain puts extra stress on your body and slows the healing process. 4)Get up and move when you're ready. Start slowly and increase your activity as you feel up to it. Start with short walks. 5)Sleep when tired. As your body heals, you may find you feel sleepier than usual. Take it easy and rest when you need to. Hope that helps
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if it has been tender with pus and redness for 2 weeks you might want to show your surgeon as the signs sound like it might be getting infected. you might need a fresh course of antibiotics after sending a pus culture. please visit your surgeon at the earliest.
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