im 20 years old and i had a laparoscopic gallbladder removal 2 years ago. yesterday i had allergies which made me sneeze a lot and today i woke up and my right lower side if my stomach where my surgery was hurts whether i cough or sneeze could it be sore or could it be appendicitis? i have no other side effects just that it hurts when i cough and sneeze
Hi.post-operative pain/discomfort, resolving spontaneously, can occur even after years of operation. If the symptom is persistent, and you are bothered by it, it is best to do a follow-up consult with your surgeon, to rule-out any other condition which might be present. Diagnostics (such as ultrasound and ct-scan, blood tests) and management (medical and/or surgical) will be directed accordingly. Hope this helps. Good day!!~ Chat Doctor.