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What Causes Tenderness And Swelling In Groin After Surgery For Removing Gangrene Infection?

I had my appendix removed in Nov. 2013. I had gang green infection that set up afterwards; six days after the initial surgery, I had to have a drain put in the top part of my rear to remove that infection. I have experienced some tenderness and slight swelling in my left groin area since then. My stomach feels bloated and I feel like I can press on my left side area and feel something swelled. Should I be worried, and try and contact my doctor, or is this common after having such a serious surgery and recovery? I am a female; 47 years old; never sick other than sore throats etc.
Mon, 8 Dec 2014
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Hello,
I understand your concern.
I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious diseases specialist, answering your query.

Slight tenderness after the surgery in groin area is common after such a large surgery.

Consider it as a normal process. Gas in the stomach may be because of acidity.

Taking the appropriate drugs for right time and right period can help you recover from the problem.

You can take tab pantoprazole for the acidity. Taking it half hour before meal can help you reduce your gas.

Diclofenac sodium can be taken for pain and tenderness. Please take all above medication under doctors guidance.


I will be happy to answer your further concern, you can ask me on bit.ly/DrArun.
Thank you.
Dr Arun Tank
Infectious diseases specialist.
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What Causes Tenderness And Swelling In Groin After Surgery For Removing Gangrene Infection?

Hello, I understand your concern. I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious diseases specialist, answering your query. Slight tenderness after the surgery in groin area is common after such a large surgery. Consider it as a normal process. Gas in the stomach may be because of acidity. Taking the appropriate drugs for right time and right period can help you recover from the problem. You can take tab pantoprazole for the acidity. Taking it half hour before meal can help you reduce your gas. Diclofenac sodium can be taken for pain and tenderness. Please take all above medication under doctors guidance. I will be happy to answer your further concern, you can ask me on bit.ly/DrArun. Thank you. Dr Arun Tank Infectious diseases specialist.