Question
Hello Doctor,
I had an appendectomy six days ago and have already been discharged from the hospital. On the second night after discharge, I experienced abdominal pain and went to the restroom. However, after using the toilet, I felt dizzy and nauseous. Doctor, is dizziness and nausea after an appendectomy a cause for concern? Thank you.
-Anonymous patient
Answer
Hello,
Regarding your question, "Is dizziness and nausea after an appendectomy a concern?", I would like to provide the following explanation:
On postoperative day 8, experiencing abdominal pain, dizziness, and nausea after a bowel movement is considered unusual. Possible causes include: Disruption of gut microbiota due to antibiotic treatment; Residual fluid or irritation in the rectal area. If your abdominal pain worsens or you experience frequent bowel movements, you should visit a hospital for further evaluation to rule out postoperative complications.
If you have any further concerns about dizziness and nausea, you may visit a Vinmec Health System hospital for examination and consultation. Thank you for your trust and sending your question to Vinmec. Wish you good health.
Best regards
-Response by Dr. Nguyen Van Nghia – Vinmec Central Park International Hospital.
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