What can I eat seven days after appendectomy?
Disease description:
I haven't been feeling well and had an appendectomy; now it's almost one week post-surgery. I really want to know, what can I eat seven days after appendicitis surgery?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Seven days after appendectomy, intestinal function has generally recovered, and the patient can gradually transition to a relatively normal diet. However, the following points should still be noted:
1. Easily digestible liquid or semi-liquid foods: such as rice broth, congee, and noodle soup, which help reduce the burden on the gastrointestinal tract.
2. High-protein foods: protein is an important component for repairing body tissues. Options include cooked eggs, tofu, and fish meat, which are easy to digest and provide essential nutrients.
3. Foods rich in vitamins and minerals: fresh vegetable juice, fruit puree, and cooked vegetables, which supply vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc, and other nutrients that help enhance immunity and promote wound healing.
4. Low-fat, low-fiber foods: avoid excessive fat and coarse fiber to prevent increased burden on the intestines. Options include low-fat milk, yogurt, and skinless chicken meat.
In addition, eating small meals frequently, avoiding raw or cold foods, and maintaining food hygiene are also very important. If discomfort occurs, prompt medical attention is recommended.
