How to identify appendicitis in pregnant women

Pregnant women identify appendicitis mainly based on symptoms. The pain of appendicitis mainly occurs in the right lower abdomen. However, after pregnancy, the appendix is ​​squeezed above the uterus, so there may be obvious pain in the right upper abdomen.

The pain of acute appendicitis can last from several hours to more than ten hours. When acute appendicitis occurs, it may also include gastrointestinal symptoms, mainly manifested as anorexia, nausea or diarrhea, and sometimes abdominal distension and pain. The body temperature may rise, and if the appendix perforates, it may reach a high temperature of 39 degrees or 40 degrees. Checking for appendicitis during pregnancy can be done through magnetic resonance imaging, which helps to assess the level of abdominal and pelvic pain during pregnancy. It can also clearly see the fluid accumulation and the condition of the appendix inside the body, making the diagnosis more accurate.

When appendicitis occurs, it can be treated with medication under the guidance of a doctor, such as using antibiotics and fluid replacement to relieve symptoms. If the symptoms are severe and you are concerned about local suppuration or perforation, you can have the appendix removed through abdominal surgery under the guidance of a doctor. After the surgery, you should pay attention to a light diet.