What fruits should not be eaten with appendicitis?

Many patients worry that they cannot eat fruits when suffering from appendicitis, but that's not the case. Patients should actually eat more fruits. If surgery is required, gastrointestinal activity temporarily stops after the operation, and ingested food and water cannot pass through the stomach, leading to abdominal distension. Therefore, eating and drinking are not allowed after surgery. Generally, recovery takes about two weeks, and except for durian, most fruits are permissible.

Fruits that can be eaten with appendicitis include: cantaloupe, lychee, pineapple, jackfruit, watermelon, bananas, etc.

Dietary precautions for chronic appendicitis:

1. Avoid consuming chemically stimulating substances such as coffee and strong tea.

2. Avoid eating mechanically stimulating foods such as fried ribs, garlic, leeks, and bean sprouts.

3. Consume fewer acidic foods such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, sweet and sour dishes, and overly sweet desserts.

4. Avoid consuming gas-producing foods such as raw onions and shallots.

5. Avoid consuming raw and cold foods, as well as cold drinks.

6. Do not consume excessive amounts of salt, and so on.

Appendicitis patients should abstain from alcohol, avoid consuming raw, cold, and spicy foods, and try to minimize the intake of fried and difficult-to-digest foods. It is advisable to eat smaller, more frequent meals, which aids in gradual absorption in the intestines and reduces the risk of appendicitis recurrence. If appendectomy is performed, post-operative care should be observed to prevent complications.