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What Causes Nausea And Vomiting After A Surgery?

I just had scared opooxy surgery Monday and today I am vomiting, nausea, stomach pain. Could it be the antibiotic the Dr has me on. It is 250mg of LEVOFLOXACIN. I also have a call into my Dr. waiting to hear from him? I had the Savin I robot surgery.
Fri, 5 May 2017
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Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.

Yes, it may be caused by levofloxacin which is known to lead to abdominal discomfort and nausea. However, postoperative ileus is one of possible causes and it usually resolves on its own after several days but sometimes it may be more serious. If there is obstipation with abdominal bloating and distension then you need to see doctor and do images of abdomen to see if there is some mechancial obstuction. If not, then you can be on liquid diet rest and take probiotics. This should improve your condition. Antibiotic should not be stopped unless symptoms become severe.
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What Causes Nausea And Vomiting After A Surgery?

Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. Yes, it may be caused by levofloxacin which is known to lead to abdominal discomfort and nausea. However, postoperative ileus is one of possible causes and it usually resolves on its own after several days but sometimes it may be more serious. If there is obstipation with abdominal bloating and distension then you need to see doctor and do images of abdomen to see if there is some mechancial obstuction. If not, then you can be on liquid diet rest and take probiotics. This should improve your condition. Antibiotic should not be stopped unless symptoms become severe. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing you good health.