What should not be eaten with appendicitis?
Appendicitis patients should avoid spicy, high-fat, and difficult-to-digest foods during the acute and recovery phases to reduce intestinal burden and accelerate rehabilitation. Proper diet can effectively aid treatment and reduce postoperative discomfort.
Avoid spicy and irritant foods such as chili peppers, pepper, strong coffee, and hard liquor, as they can strongly irritate the intestines, easily inducing abdominal pain and intestinal spasms, thereby exacerbating symptoms or affecting postoperative recovery. Patients should avoid these foods, especially during the onset of the disease or the initial stage of postoperative recovery.
Avoid high-fat and fried foods. High-fat foods such as fried foods, fatty meats, and butter require the intestines to secrete more digestive juices, but at this time, the intestines are often in a fragile state. These foods are not only difficult to digest but may also cause bloating or dyspepsia. Patients are advised to focus on bland foods and choose more boiled or steamed options.
Consume less high-fiber foods that are difficult to digest, such as leeks, celery, and dried fruits. These foods are not easily broken down by the gastrointestinal tract and may increase the burden on the stomach and intestines, increasing the risk of postoperative bloating and discomfort. It is recommended to choose soft and easily digestible ingredients in moderation, such as fine and soft white rice porridge and tender vegetable leaves.
Limit the intake of cold and raw foods. Chilled beverages and raw foods such as lettuce salad and sashimi can easily reduce intestinal blood flow, leading to weakened intestinal motility, which is detrimental to inflammation control and surgical wound repair. During the recovery phase, patients are advised to gradually transition to a regular diet according to medical advice and maintain nutritional balance.
Any significant discomfort should be promptly reported to a medical professional to avoid delaying treatment and recovery. Reasonable dietary control helps in faster recovery and reduces the risk of complications.
