Is it normal to have a swollen stomach after having my appendix removed? I had my appendix removed 5 days ago and my stomach is really swollen, where my clothes were quite lose they are now tight.all your doctor if you have a fever or notice other signs of infection such as redness, swelling, pus, or pain in your lower abdomen. You should also call your doctor if you are not able to eat normal foods after 5 days.