Acute appendicitis requires hospitalization for a few days

The general length of hospitalization for acute appendicitis should be analyzed specifically based on the patient’s age and recovery. Acute appendicitis usually has a sudden onset, and there is a risk of suppuration and perforation, so the most effective method is to carry out surgical treatment. If the patient is a teenager, after the operation, pay attention to rest, anti-inflammatory and other comprehensive treatment, can be discharged in about 1 week. If the patient is old and weak, postoperative should pay attention to keep warm, keep bowel movement, if the patient has no other complications after the operation, can be discharged in 7-10 days. If there are complications, the discharge time will be extended accordingly, for example, wound infection, the drainage should be removed, anti-inflammatory, anti-inflammatory treatment, about 15 days before discharge. After appendicitis surgery, anti-inflammatory treatment should be carried out to prevent complications. It is recommended to pay attention to rest after surgery, avoid overwork, eat a light diet, do not eat spicy food that stimulates the intestinal tract.