HELLO,
You had your appendix removed years ago. The appendix is a small organ in the lower right side of your abdomen that sometimes get inflamed and must be surgically removed
After surgery, the body heals , but over time, other factors can cause pain in the same region again, such as
1) DIGESTIVE IMBALANCE -long sitting hour, irregular meals, processed food, and stress slow down digestion. -gas and indigestion press on the lower abdomen , causing mild discomfort
2) POST SURGICAL ADHESIONS -small internal scar tissues can form after surgery. These sometimes pull or stretch when the intestines move, causing mild or intermittent pain
3) CONSTIPATION OR GAS RETENTION -sitting long hours reduces bowel movement. Gas accumulates in the colon, leading to lower abdominal fullness or pain
4) STRESS AND MENTAL PRESSURE -mental tension from studies or long sitting suppresses digestion through the gut brain connection
According to Ayurveda, this condition reflects vata imbalance (especially apana vata- the energy controlling lower abdominal function)
when vata gets disturbed by -irregular eating excess sitting -mental stress -intake of heavy, cold, or processed foods –It causes weak digestive fire and bloating/gas, leading to Koshta gata vata(intestinal vata disturbance)
This manifests as -mild abdominal pain -gas,fullness, or discomfort -constipation or sluggish digestion
TREATMET GOALS -relieve pain/discomfort -improve digestion -prevent recurrence -improve overall energy
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1) HINGWASTAKA CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with ghee before meals for 4 weeks =improves digestion, relieves gas, pacifies vata
2) TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime for 6 weeks =natural mild laxative, cleanses intestines, Balances Vata and pitta
3) AVIPATTIKAR CHURNA= 1/2 tsp before lunch and dinner with water for 4 weeks =balances acidity, improves digestion
4) DASHMOOLA KASHAYA= 20 ml + equal water twice daily. before meals for 4 weeks =reduce inflammation , Balances Vata, strengthens the abdomen
5) LIV 52 = 1 tab twice daily for 3 weeks = improves liver function and metabolism
DIET -warm, freshly prepared easy to digest food -soft rice + moong dal - your earlier instinct was correct -boiled or steamed vegetables= bottle gourd, pumpkin, ridge Goud, carrot -spices= cumin, ajwain, hing, turmeric, black pepper,- all support digestion -Healthy fats= 1 tsp cow ghee daily aids lubrication and bowel mvoement -fruits= ripe banana, papaya, soaked raisins -hydration= warm water or cumin ajwain infused water through the day
AVOID -cold, raw, or refrigerated foods -fried and processed food, packaged snacks, ad excess butter/buffallo ghee -heavy dairy at night -carbonated drinks, excess coffee/ tea -irregular eating don’t skip meals
YOGA ASANAS -pawanmuktashaan= releases trapped gas -setu bandhasana= tones abdominal organs -bhujangasana= gentles stretch, improves digestion -supta matsyendrasana= improves circulation in abdomen -vajrasanaa after meals= aids digestion
PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= Balances Vata and stress -bhramari= calms mind, reduces pressure -deep diapharagmatic breathing= improves gut motiility AVOID= strong kapalbhati during pain
HOME REMEDIES
1) AJWAIN-HING WATER -boil 1/2 tsp ajwain + pinch of hing. + pinch of salt in a glass of water reduce to 1/2 - drink warm after meals
2) JEERA-CORIANDER-FENNEL WATER -boi l1 tsp each of these seeds in 3 cups water reduce to 1 cup -sip through the day for better digestion
3) CASTOR OIL= 1 tsp with warm milk once a week at night- gentle natural cleanser
4) WARM COMPRESS over lower abdomen for mild pain relief
LIFESTYLE CORRECTION -avoid prolonged sitting = take 5 min walks or stretches every hour -Miantain posture= keep spine straight, don’t slouch -sleep by 10-10:30 pm= late night increase vata and disturb digestion -eat on time= ideally 3 meals/day at fixed times -stress control =daily pranayam or meditation 10-15 min
your condition seems functionally and lifestyle related not serious- but it’s a warning sign that your digestive system and vata balance red attention
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Dont worry, When you feel pain or bloating
Follow your soft, light diet again for 2–3 days:
Soft rice + moong dal (khichdi style)
Steamed vegetables (lauki, tinda, torai, carrot)
Warm water with a pinch of hing (asafoetida) after meals
Avoid all processed, oily, and cold foods (no butter, buffalo ghee, or curd at night)
🔹 Gradually return to balanced fiber
After pain subsides:
Add soft, soluble fiber: oatmeal, cooked daliya, lauki, papaya, soaked raisins.
Avoid raw salads at night; lightly steam them instead.
Eat on time, 3–4 small meals instead of heavy meals.
Sip jeera-ajwain-fennel water (boil 1 tsp each in 2 cups water, reduce to 1 cup) twice daily after meals.
🔹 Daily routine tips
Take 5–10 min walk after every meal (it helps move trapped gas and improves bowel movement).
Don’t sit continuously for more than 45 min — stretch or stand for 2–3 min.
Sleep before 10:30 p.m., wake early.
Get an Ultrasound whole abdomen done to rule out any other cause of discomfort. Meanwhile take - 1. Abhayarishtam 15ml-0-15ml with 15ml water before food 2. Avipattikar churn 1tsp-0-1tsp after food with warm water
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh
Appendix is removed so there will be no issues related to that i advise you to go for USG abdomen. This will rule out if any pathology is there.
- Surgical recovery is usually complete within weeks, but digestive sensitivity can persist for years—especially if Agni (digestive fire) is weak or Vata is aggravated. - Post-surgical pain may reappear due to: - Gas accumulation - Constipation or dryness - Emotional stress and poor posture - Heavy or incompatible foods
1.Avipattikar Churna 1 tsp before meals with warm water 2.Kutajghan Vati 1 tablet twice daily with warm water 3.Hingvashtak Churna ½ tsp with ghee before meals 4.Dashmoolarishta 15 ml twice daily with equal warm water after meals
Yoga & Pranayama : Vajrasana Pawanmuktasana Supta Baddha Konasana Anulom-Vilom Bhramari Pranayama
🥗 Diet Reset Tips - Yes, return to your soft rice and low-fiber routine temporarily - Then gradually reintroduce: - Cooked vegetables (bottle gourd, pumpkin, carrot) - Moong dal, ghee, and cumin-fennel water - Avoid buffalo ghee, processed fats, and raw salads - Meal timing: Early dinner, no snacking between meals - Hydration: Sip warm water throughout the day
Hello Once appendix removed there cannot be reoccurrence You can take Hingvastak churan 1tsp with buttermilk after lunch daily will help remove gas . Tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water will improve your digestion Triphala tablet 0-0-2 at bedtime with warm water. Will help cleanse your intestine. Do pranayam lom -vilom bhastrika for 5-10mins daily Yogasana do malasana, bhujangasana, pavanmuktasan.daily. Follow up after 10 days.
It seems like you’re dealing with some recurring abdominal discomfort, even post-appendix surgery. In such cases, it’s crucial to rule out any immediate medical issues, so consulting a healthcare professional for a thorough evaluation is essential. If your symptoms persist or worsen, seek medical attention promptly.
Assuming that your symptoms are manageable, Ayurveda can offer some balancing remedies to support digestive health. Often, sedentary lifestyle and rich, heavy foods can aggravate vata or kapha doshas, leading to digestive issues and discomfort. Consider adjusting your diet to rebalance these doshas. Eating soft, easy-to-digest foods like kitchari (a mix of rice and mung dal), may help soothe the digestive system. Stay hydrated, yet avoid cold drinks and foods which can further dampen agni (digestive fire).
For generalized abdominal discomfort, fasting temporarily on clear liquids like warm cumin or ginger tea can also help. Introduce fibrous foods gradually, but prioritize cooked over raw vegetables to ease digestion. Avoid excessively processed or heavy foods, but don’t eliminate healthy fats entirely; ghee, when consumed moderately, can actually be beneficial for your gut.
Incorporating yoga and pranayama into your daily routine can help improve overall wellness and digestion too. Poses such as Pawanmuktasana (Wind-Relieving Pose) and Vajrasana (Diamond Pose) after meals aid digestion. Pranayama like Nadi Shodhana (Alternate Nostril Breathing) may stabilize your mind and reduce stress, which indirectly helps digestion.
For Ayurvedic supplements, Triphala may be beneficial due to its gentle cleansing and balancing effects on the intestines. Take it in a recommended dosage each evening.
Remember, establishing a daily routine with dedicated times for study, meals, and recreational activities will maintain balanced lifestyle – crucial for digestive health. Make sure any exercise or alteration to your diet doesn’t contradict any advice given by your healthcare provider.
The discomfort which you are facing after appendix surgery is due to digestive system weakness due to long sitting stress and irregular food habits start on Hingwastaka churna 1/2-0-1/2 after meals Avipattikara churna 1/2 -0-1/2 before meals Sukumaram kashayam 15-0-15 ml with water Triphala churna 0-0-1 tsp with warm water at bedtime Practice pavanamuktasana bhujangasana sethubandhasana Avoid cold foods curd milk raw foods bakery items buffalo ghee heavy pulses Drink warm water throughout the day
