Post-appendictis diet

Question
Hello Dr. Tessmer,

My father had an appendictis done last Tuesday. The surgery was a little complicated because the location of the appendix was different from the usual (therefore, he had a long cut rather than laparoscopy). Now it's Monday the next week and he is back home from the hospital.

I have a question concerning his diet. Is there a special one he should use? He has not been given any directions at the hospital, but while there he was fed according to what the orderlies called "the liver diet", and he was not allowed to eat fresh apples. I understand he should avoid flatulent and poorly digestible foods, but I'd really wish to know something more. How about meats (he was given poultry), fruit and vegetables? Should there be a diet, how long should he keep it?

I'm really very thankful for your interest and am looking forward to your answer.

Yours sincerelly,
Bartek S.

Answer
You really need to speak to his doctor and ask about any special diet he needs to be on.  Without knowing anything about his current medical condition or medical history I cannot safely comment on any specific diet.  I really do recommend giving his doctor a call.  Ask "why" he was on a special diet in the hospital and if he should continue it.  And if the doctor says yes, ask the doctor for a referral to one of the hospitals registered dietitians!
Happy Holidays!
Kim Tessmer, RD LD
www.Nutrifocus.net

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