Recovery After Appendectomy

Most recoveries after an appendectomy go smoothly, but there are warning signs that require immediate attention. A fever of 38°C or higher, and redness, discharge, opening, or severe pain at the surgical wound can be signs of wound infection. Also, worsening abdominal pain, repeated vomiting, or severe abdominal bloating with no bowel movement or gas at all can be signs of complications such as intra-abdominal infection (abscess) or bowel obstruction, and should be reported to the hospital where you had surgery without delay.

Our Korean Medicine Clinic's Perspective

At Dongjedang, we also check for these warning signs first at the initial visit. If fever, wound abnormalities, or severe abdominal pain are present, we prioritize recommending follow-up at the hospital where you had surgery over Korean medicine treatment. Supportive care to build digestion and energy comes next, once these warning signs have been ruled out — this order ensures both safety and real benefit.