How Long is the Recovery Time After Appendix Surgery?

“After appendicitis, patients can go home from the hospital after one to 2 days. Even so, it takes 2-4 weeks for recovery, so it's recommended that you don't do strenuous activities in that time."

Thedoctormedical , united states – Are you familiar with a disease called appendicitis? Appendicitis is inflammation that occurs in the appendix (appendix). When experiencing this condition, the sufferer needs to undergo an appendectomy because usually they will experience continuous severe pain. This pain can get worse when they move, take deep breaths, or cough.

It's best not to underestimate appendicitis. This disease can cause serious infections to rupture the appendix, and endanger the life of the sufferer. That is why, people with this disease need to get medical action immediately.

Well, one way to deal with appendicitis is through a surgical procedure. The question is, how long does it take to recover from appendicitis?

Length of Healing Time for Appendicitis Surgery
After an appendectomy , healing time can vary depending on the severity of the infection and whether or not the appendix has ruptured. According to the American College of Surgeons , if the appendix does not rupture, a person can go home after 1-2 days in the hospital.

However, people with appendicitis have to stay longer in the hospital if their appendix ruptures. In such cases, the doctor will prescribe strong antibiotics and remain under observation for signs of complications.

Postoperatively, patients should avoid driving, drinking alcohol, and operating machinery for up to 2 days. The sufferer must also refrain from making important decisions, because anesthetic drugs can make it difficult for you to think clearly for several days.

The doctor will also direct the patient to limit activity and estimate recovery time. These activity restrictions will usually last between 2-4 weeks after surgery.

A doctor will talk with the patient about activity restrictions and expected recovery time. These activity restrictions will usually last between 2 and 4 weeks after surgery. In a way, the time to limit these activities is included in the recovery period.

Meanwhile, children who undergo this operation can return to school within one week after surgery, if the appendix has not ruptured. Meanwhile, children who have ruptured appendix can return to school within 2 weeks after surgery.

Apart from that, you should also know the Prohibited Food List after Appendix Surgery so that recovery can take place more quickly


Benefits and Purpose of Appendix Surgery
This surgery helps to overcome existing problems in the appendix. This medical action has several benefits, such as:

Prevent peritonitis, a potentially fatal complication.
Overcome recurring pain in the area.
Less bleeding.
When an appendix infection becomes inflamed and enlarged, an appendectomy is often needed to treat the condition. This medical procedure is performed by removing part of the appendix.

Removal of the appendix is ​​the simplest and fastest technique for treating appendicitis. If appendicitis is not treated properly, the appendix can rupture. As a result, the bacteria and feces contained in the appendix can spread to the stomach.

Rupture of the appendix can also cause a dangerous infection, for example peritonitis or abscess. Both are life-threatening conditions, requiring emergency surgery.

This surgery also aims to treat and manage the following symptoms:

Abdominal pain that starts from the navel and radiates around the lower right side of the abdomen.
Abdominal enlargement.
Stiff abdominal muscles.
Bloating or diarrhea .
Nauseous.
Vomit.
Decreased appetite.
Fever.

Appendicitis Procedure
This surgical procedure varies, depending on the type of surgery the doctor recommends. The following are the types of appendectomy that you need to know:

Open appendectomy: This procedure is performed by making a single, larger incision in the abdomen. After the surgeon makes the incision, he pulls out the appendix and then closes the incision.
Laparoscopic appendectomy: This type of surgery is generally less invasive. In a laparoscopic appendectomy , the doctor makes about 3 small incisions into the abdomen. They then use a laparoscope to see the condition of the appendix, so that it can remove the appendix.
Both of the above procedures require a hospital recovery and additional recovery time at home. Which procedure a doctor chooses can vary according to his or her experience with either approach, the patient's preferences, and the techniques offered by the medical facility. Read more about What Needs to Be Prepared Before Appendicitis Surgery?

Where to Perform and Cost Range
The appendix surgery procedure can be performed in a hospital or other official health facility that has this service. Meanwhile, the cost of an appendectomy varies, depending on the place and health facility you choose.

As a reference, the lowest cost range is around IDR 1,700,000. However, these references can change at any time. Quoting the official BPJS Health website, appendicitis surgery can also be covered by this government health program, if the sufferer meets the applicable requirements.