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Is It Normal To Gain 10 Pounds And Feel Bloated 5 Days After An Appendectomy, Even With Minimal Food Intake?

Hello I just had an appendectomy and have not eaten real food except a few crackers a day, gatorade, and water for 6 days. I feel like I m am going to pop and my weight is up 10 pounds. What on earth is happening. I am 5 days out of surgery and things are finally starting to move in my gut. How could I have gained that much? Im miserable.
Thu, 3 Oct 2024
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Hello,

You had appendectomy 5 days ago and you feel bloated and seem to gain weight. Gaining weight just 5 days after an appendicectomy is unusual. Bloating is natural. To reduce it you can take antacids or PPIs after consultation with your treating doctor. In case you develop symptoms like swelling, pain or fever then you should urgently take a follow up appointment and get clinically examined.

You may be developing infection and need urgent medical aid. Unnatural weight gain after appendectomy is not a normal symptom. However, if you notice a sudden weight gain, it could be due to fluid retention. It needs to be looked up by your treating doctor/Surgeon.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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Is It Normal To Gain 10 Pounds And Feel Bloated 5 Days After An Appendectomy, Even With Minimal Food Intake?

Hello, You had appendectomy 5 days ago and you feel bloated and seem to gain weight. Gaining weight just 5 days after an appendicectomy is unusual. Bloating is natural. To reduce it you can take antacids or PPIs after consultation with your treating doctor. In case you develop symptoms like swelling, pain or fever then you should urgently take a follow up appointment and get clinically examined. You may be developing infection and need urgent medical aid. Unnatural weight gain after appendectomy is not a normal symptom. However, if you notice a sudden weight gain, it could be due to fluid retention. It needs to be looked up by your treating doctor/Surgeon. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician