Large amounts of alfalfa might have some of the same effects as estrogen. But even large amount of alfalfa aren't as strong as estrogen pills. Taking alfalfa along with estrogen pills might decrease the effects of estrogen pills.
An appendectomy is surgery to remove the appendix. The appendix is a small, finger-shaped organ that branches off from the first part of the large intestine. The appendix is removed when it becomes swollen (inflamed) or infected. This condition is called appendicitis. An appendix that has a hole in it (perforated) can leak and infect the entire abdomen area.
General surgeons perform surgery on abdominal organs, including the intestines, stomach, small bowel, colon, liver, gallbladder and pancreas. A general surgeon may also perform hernia surgery or an appendectomy. They may also subspecialize in a number of areas, including trauma surgery, laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery, breast surgery (including lumpectomy and mastectomy), endocrine (thyroid) surgery and dermatological (skin) surgery.