gall blatter removal

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girliegirl1822
girliegirl1822 Posts: 164 Member
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did anyone have thier gall blatter removed and have bad side effects and do they go away?? I had mine removed 4 weeks ago and can't keep any food in mt stomache.
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  • becca0211
    becca0211 Posts: 250 Member
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    I have not, but a friend did. I remember the first couple of months where a little rough. It seemed like no matter what she ate it went right through her. However, I believe that has improved. Hope you have a speedy recovery.
  • PNCTink
    PNCTink Posts: 232 Member
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    I would call the doctor. I had some issues and ended up having an acute attack of pancreatitis because there were two gallstones in my common bile duct.
  • Dive_Girl
    Dive_Girl Posts: 247 Member
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    Yes, I had mine removed a few years bad and I really wish I had been first tested for food allergies before doing so. However, with that said, my gall bladder was not working. I didn't have any gall stones, it just didn't function so I guess it's good I had it removed.

    My body did go through an adjustment period after the surgery. I was very sensitive to many foods and stuck primarily to low or non-fat foods for a while. I also stayed away from large meals and just snacked on easy to digest foods. Fruits, breads and bothy soups were my staples. No coffee, no dairy and nothing heavy. Slowly your body will adjust, but just give it some time and be sure to stay hydrated.
  • Daisy374
    Daisy374 Posts: 539 Member
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    Hmmm.. 4 weeks and having those problems? Have you been back to the doctor? Had mine out a few years ago, but didn't have any problems once it was taken out.. Know several others who have had it out as well and don't think any had this issue... I would suggest calling your doctor.
  • kymarai
    kymarai Posts: 3,614 Member
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    If you are eating relatively low fat (ie no bacon, sausage, ice cream) you should be fine. If not I would go back to DR! I was eating pretty normal within a couple of weeks. Still have some issues sometimes if I eat too much fatty stuff in short time, but otherwise fine.
  • randi50
    randi50 Posts: 112
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    I had mine removed a couple years ago. Basically stay away from the things that triggered the attacks/pain before having it removed. Now I can pretty much eat whatever, but if I eat a lot of greasy food or fatty food it will do the same thing to me. My stomach adapted pretty quickly. I have no problems now that I have changed my eating habits though
  • randi50
    randi50 Posts: 112
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    oh and I had pancreatitis when I went to the ER and had to have gallbladder removed. You would be in a lot of pain if you had that!! Trust me!!!!
  • poesch77
    poesch77 Posts: 1,005 Member
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    It takes awhile for your body to get used to not having a fat filter, which is what the gall bladder is. I had mine removed in 2009 and I still have slight issues.....no chinese for me!!! It will get better!:happy:
  • abra526
    abra526 Posts: 213 Member
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    I had mine out almost 2 years ago, and I still have some side effects. I find that I visit the restroom much more often than before, like 4 to 5 times day, and I'm never regular. I carry immodium with me everywhere because of this. My doc said there is really nothing I can do other than treat the symptoms because some people just have this reaction after having it removed.
  • amyoliver85
    amyoliver85 Posts: 353 Member
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    Hi,

    Yes!!! I had my gallbladder removed in August 2010 and was miserable for months! But let me tell you a few things that may help you get over the suffering.

    1) Stop eating dairy. Now, don't get me wrong. I eat dairy. But very little of it. I don't eat a lot of ice cream anymore. I don't drink a lot of milk and when I do it's fat free skim milk. I don't eat a ton of cheese.

    2) Eat less processed foods and more fresh foods. This is part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle anyway but more important when you don't have a gallbladder. Your doctor and surgeon may have both told you that you don't need a gallbladder. What they really meant was you can live without it. They weren't concerned about the quality of your life when they said that or your overall health. A body without a gallbladder can certainly function but it can't function the same. Your gallbladder was responsible for helping to break down fats...especially saturated fats. And while your body can still do that, it can't do it as effectively because your gallbladder had something your body now does NOT have: bile.

    3) Get over to Whole Foods or a homeopathic store and get some Chelidonium. Homeopaths typically suggest you take this when you're experiencing gallbladder symptoms before a removal and it can also help with the symptoms after. And because it's homeopathic you can take pretty much as much as you need to.

    4) Pay attention to your body more now than ever. If you eat something that upsets you, reconsider it. No more fast food for you, girl! And eat more alkaline foods. Acidic foods are going to be murder for a while!
  • vwbug86
    vwbug86 Posts: 283 Member
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    My mom and my ex both had their gall bladders out. Neither of them could eat spicy, greasy, garlicy or food with lots of onions for like 3 months.
  • amyoliver85
    amyoliver85 Posts: 353 Member
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    I had mine out almost 2 years ago, and I still have some side effects. I find that I visit the restroom much more often than before, like 4 to 5 times day, and I'm never regular. I carry immodium with me everywhere because of this. My doc said there is really nothing I can do other than treat the symptoms because some people just have this reaction after having it removed.

    abra526, your doctor is WRONG! By changing your eating habits and taking the homeopathic, Chelidonium for several weeks, you have the potential of completely ELIMINATING your gallbladder symptoms. Even when you've had your gallbladder removed the symptoms are still of the same problem and it's best to treat the cause. There is never no answer. There is always a cause to the problem...and to every problem there is a solution!
  • nondi1973
    nondi1973 Posts: 1 Member
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    I had my gall bladder removed and it took about 6 months before I was "normal" again. You may want them to check your ducts, pancreas, etc. to see if there was any damage from the gall stones. Since I wasn't getting better several months after the gall bladder surgery, they checked my pancreas and ended up having to put a stent in the pancreatic duct that was apparently damaged with scar tissue when a gall stone was stuck and caused pancreatitis. After the stent, I recovered pretty quickly - probably a month or two at the most. There are still a few random things that cause stomach upset (black beans, oatmeal and raw onions) but other than that I'm fine.

    Hang in there!
  • princessmedic
    princessmedic Posts: 92
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    I had mine removed a couple years ago...I had horrible complications due to an error during the surgery! But, after all was said and done I still have a few problems here and there. Seems like food goes through pretty quickly with a build up of bile. Its pretty gross but it eventually becomes tolerable. But, if you continue to have problems, or there is significant pain schedule a follow up with either your surgery clinic or the gastro specialist. They can usually help you figure out whats going on and how to get it managable. If it doesn't feel right DON'T ignore it!
  • szqrn
    szqrn Posts: 14 Member
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    It is not uncommon to have gallbladder-like issues even after you have it out... you definately cannot eat greasy or bad food. someone mentioned pancreatitis... yes that will make you REALLY ill and its very painful... not always related to leftover gallstones... you do need to contact your surgeon though. Hope you feel better!!
  • heazermae
    heazermae Posts: 1
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    I had mine out 8yrs ago. Many people I talked to back then said that I would have IBS for a very long time. 8yrs later I still have it. Unfortunatly removing the gallbladder does not allow the bodies natural digestive process. I have found that spicy, sauces and sometimes milk do not agree with me. You may find that certain foods affect you and have to adjust your diet. Good Luck!
  • trishatruss
    trishatruss Posts: 9
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    hi:smile:
    i just had mine removed a lil 2 weeks ago. until the last few days i have had issues with eating and having to run to the bathroom!! i just went for my follow up and the Doctor said it will get better. In the last day or so it has, but if i eat anything high in fat it causes lots of issues for me.
    but i'm glad to have it out since i was in so much pain.:frown:
  • jantim1990
    jantim1990 Posts: 48 Member
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    I had mine removed in 2003, and it took me about 6-8 months to get back to normal. I just had to learn what foods to avoid. (other than the foods that gave me the attacks in the first place!) But other than that, no problems.
  • girliegirl1822
    girliegirl1822 Posts: 164 Member
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    thanks everyone hopefully it will get better I will give it time and eat the foods that go thru me at home:happy:
  • Paz26
    Paz26 Posts: 23
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    Everyone is different. some people go back to normal other dont like me. i got to watch what i eat. if no i'll be paying for it later. low fat diet. try to keep away from process food its harder to break down. but ask your dr. im sad cause i cant eat avocado...... it gets to me :(

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