Appendicitis Treatment in India
About Appendicitis
Key Highlights
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Gastroenterologists provide expert, non-surgical diagnosis to confirm appendicitis and rule out other GI conditions.Utilization of advanced imaging (ultrasound, CT) ensures accurate and timely diagnosis, critical for preventing complications.Early and precise diagnosis by a specialist helps streamline the path to necessary surgical treatment.Management of post-operative gastrointestinal recovery and any related digestive issues.
Who is this surgery for?
- Sudden pain that begins around the navel and often shifts to the lower right abdomen (McBurney's point).
- Pain that worsens with coughing, walking, or making sudden movements.
- Nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite following the onset of abdominal pain.
- Low-grade fever that may worsen as the illness progresses.
- Abdominal bloating, gas, or constipation/diarrhea.
- Tenderness in the right lower quadrant upon physical examination by a doctor.
How to prepare
- Immediate medical consultation upon symptom onset; do not eat, drink, or take pain medication before evaluation.
- Provision of a detailed medical history and list of current medications to the gastroenterologist.
- Undergoing blood tests to check for signs of infection (elevated white blood cell count).
- Completion of imaging studies as ordered, such as an abdominal ultrasound or CT scan, which may require fasting.
- Once diagnosed, preparation for likely emergency surgery, including consent forms and pre-operative checks.
Risks & possible complications
- Risk of appendix rupture (perforation) if diagnosis and treatment are delayed, leading to widespread abdominal infection (peritonitis).
- Formation of an abscess (a pocket of pus) in the abdomen.
- Complications from diagnostic imaging, though rare, such as reactions to contrast dye.
- Potential for misdiagnosis, as symptoms can mimic other conditions like gastroenteritis, ovarian cysts, or kidney stones.
- Post-operative risks (following surgery) include infection, bleeding, or injury to nearby organs.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Post-surgery, recovery begins in the hospital with pain management and gradual introduction of liquids and soft foods.
- Patients are encouraged to walk soon after surgery to promote circulation and prevent blood clots.
- Incision sites must be kept clean and dry; signs of infection (redness, swelling, discharge) should be reported immediately.
- Avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and intense exercise for the period recommended by the surgeon, typically 2-4 weeks.
- Follow a gradual return to a normal diet, starting with bland foods and increasing fiber to prevent constipation.
- Attend all follow-up appointments to ensure proper healing.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
2-4 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering appendicitis in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for appendicitis in India include Medanta The Medicity, Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Gem Hospital Perungudi, SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform appendicitis. MediFyr helps you compare gastroenterologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for appendicitis compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Appendicitis in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing appendicitis.
Kolkata, India
72 Doctors
I'd been to three other doctors...
I'd been to three other doctors for this nagging pain and fatigue. Everyone said it was stress. Dr. Latha at MGM was the first one who actually sat and listened, really listened, to everything I was saying. She ordered a specific test the others hadn't, and it turned out to be something quite rare. She explained it all to me in plain Tamil, drew diagrams on a notepad. I was scared, but she laid out a clear plan. It's been a long road, but I finally feel like we're getting somewhere.
Gastroenterologists for Appendicitis
Explore experienced gastroenterologists who regularly perform appendicitis and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 26 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Miot Hospital Chennai
- 35 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Miot Hospital Chennai
- 21 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
- 40 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
- 11 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Coimbatore
- 16 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Coimbatore
- 11 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Coimbatore
- 13 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Perungudi
- 17 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar
- 12 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar
- 11 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Perungudi
- 11 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Perungudi
- 12 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar
- 9 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar
- 15 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Gurgaon
- 19 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Cytecare Hospital Bangalore
- 50 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
- 45 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 38 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 36 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Metro Hospital Faridabad