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What Causes Persistent Headache After An Appendectomy?
hi ,good day my son had an appendectomy 6 days ago and still feels very week and what worries me is the strong and persistent headache every day since the operation. He just finished taking painkillers and antibiotic yesterday. Is it normal or should he contact the Dr?
Thu, 27 Feb 2020
Hello,
He should contact the doctor once as usually, headaches don't occur when you have had an abdominal surgery.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Harshita, Ophthalmologist
He should contact the doctor once as usually, headaches don't occur when you have had an abdominal surgery.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Harshita, Ophthalmologist
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