How to treat mild appendicitis
Nov 05, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Lei
Introduction
In general, the treatment of mild appendicitis mainly includes conservative management, medication, traditional Chinese medicine, dietary adjustment, and close observation. In addition, patients must strictly follow medical advice during treatment and should not adjust or discontinue medications on their own. If symptoms such as worsening abdominal pain or persistent fever occur during observation, immediate medical attention is required.
In general, the treatment methods for mild appendicitis mainly include routine care, medication, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), dietary adjustment, and close monitoring. The details are as follows:
1. Routine Care
Patients should ensure adequate rest, avoid strenuous exercise and overexertion to reduce abdominal strain and prevent worsening of inflammation. It is also important to keep the abdomen warm and avoid cold exposure that may irritate the gastrointestinal tract and affect recovery, thereby creating a stable internal environment for the body to fight inflammation.
2. Medication
Drug therapy is a common approach for treating mild appendicitis. Patients may take medications such as cefuroxime axetil tablets, metronidazole tablets, or levofloxacin tablets under medical guidance. These drugs effectively inhibit or kill bacteria causing appendicitis, control the progression of inflammation, and relieve discomfort symptoms.
3. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
According to TCM theory, mild appendicitis is often associated with intestinal stagnation and internal accumulation of damp-heat. Treatment typically involves using herbal medicines that clear heat, detoxify, promote qi circulation, and activate blood flow, such as Dahuang Mudan Decoction or Lanyao Xiaoyan Tablets. Acupuncture can regulate organ function by stimulating specific acupoints, enhance intestinal motility, alleviate abdominal pain, and assist in reducing inflammation.
4. Dietary Adjustment
Patients should adjust their diet by choosing light, easily digestible foods such as rice porridge, soft noodles, and steamed eggs. Spicy, greasy, raw, and cold foods should be avoided to prevent increased gastrointestinal burden and interference with inflammatory recovery. Adequate fluid intake should be maintained to promote metabolism and help eliminate harmful substances from the body.
5. Close Monitoring
Close observation aims to monitor real-time changes in the condition. Patients should pay attention to changes in the location, severity, and frequency of abdominal pain, as well as the emergence of symptoms such as fever, nausea, or vomiting. Regular monitoring of body temperature and complete blood count helps assess the control of inflammation. If test results are abnormal or symptoms change, the treatment plan can be adjusted promptly.
In addition, during treatment, patients must strictly follow medical advice and should not adjust medication dosage or discontinue drugs on their own. If symptoms such as worsening abdominal pain or persistent fever occur during observation, immediate medical attention should be sought to avoid delays in treatment.
