Question 1

after gallbladder surgery within a one year ago i've been having lots of green bowel movements is that normal?

Accepted Answer

Color: The color of stool doesnt matter unless they are red (bloody) white (acholic , no pigment) or back (tarry) for upper Gi bleed. The color can be affected by what we eat. It is possible that the bile without its storage unit (the gallbladder) is passing faster through the system staining the stools.

Question 2

i had gallbladder surgery last tuesday.had one stool thurs.  i haven't had a bowel movement in 5 days. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Can be...: It's common to have constipation after any surgery, especially if you are taking any narcotic pain medication.  The best think to do is to get some light activity (like walking 3 times per day).  I also usually recommend to my patients over the counter Milk of Magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) 30ml once in the morning and once at night.  If you don't have a bowel movement in 48 hours you should see your doctor.

Question 3

i just had gallbladder surgery a week ago and have been really constipated! i had my fourth bowel movement and this time the toilet was full of blood,?

Accepted Answer

Constipation s/p gb: Likely was hemorrhoids which worsened or developed due to  constipation. But  would call doctor and let them know and evaluate. Could be ileitis , colitis, AVM, polyps as well. Also discuss with doctor diet. usually there is more of a problem with diarrhea after gb. Drink fluids about 2-3 liters/ day water /gator have  to avoid fats &lt; 3 grams /serving. Add fiber.

Question 4

i had surgery to remove my gall bladder last tues and have not been able to have a bowel movement yet. at what point do i get alarmed if no movement ?

Accepted Answer

About now: As you are going on one week it may a cause for some concern.  If you haven't eaten much this past week it isn't surprising however as long as you are passing gas and not having abdominal pain or swelling it's not an emergency.  Check with your surgeon tomorrow. But if you are having pain get seen right away. Best of luck!

Question 5

i had gall bladder surgery  5 days ago still no bowel movement?

Accepted Answer

Not unusual: Due to post-op ileus and narcotic suppression of bowel function

Question 6

i had gall bladder surgery 10 days ago, 4 day postop i started  gritty sandy bowel movements loose large .   i never had this before, concerns?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: I wouldn't worry about it as long as feeling better day by day in general activity, appetite, voiding, BM, etc. with no fever or undue pain. Of course, if not as described or something mentally or physically bothering you, ask your surgeon timely. Note, after gallbladder removal, your body is adjusting to the "new" environment without a gallbladder for digestion so to expect slight change in BM.

Question 7

can you strain to have a bowel movement after gall bladder surgery?

Accepted Answer

Yes...: But best not to. Better to avoid constipation after surgery. Increase your oral liquid intake, decrease your narcotic pain medication usage & use mild laxative or enema from the drug store.

Question 8

i have mild descending non dilated air loops around small bowel. is this scar tissue? i had gallbladder surgery?

Accepted Answer

: The X-ray reading if correctly written down from the official report does not make sense. I assume you meant the adhesion from previous abdominal surgery, especially if you had open cholecystectomy not laparoscopic method. Yes, a late complication of abdominal surgery can be ileus due to adhesion.

Question 9

can bowel movements be weird due to meds and bad gallbladder?

Accepted Answer

Yes, I think so.: Both side effects and gall bladder can affect the quality of bowel movements. Ask the prescribing doctor for an opinion and alternative or suggestions. Best!

Question 10

no gallbladder.  haven't had sold bowel movement in 5 weeks.  all liquid.  what can i do?

Accepted Answer

You should: see a doctor.  It is abnormal to have diarrhea for such a long time.  It could be serious GI infection or even ulcerative colitis.

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After gallbladder surgery within a one year ago i've been having lots of green bowel movements is that normal?

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I had gallbladder surgery last tuesday.had one stool thurs. i haven't had a bowel movement in 5 days. is this normal?

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I just had gallbladder surgery a week ago and have been really constipated! i had my fourth bowel movement and this time the toilet was full of blood,?

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I had surgery to remove my gall bladder last tues and have not been able to have a bowel movement yet. at what point do i get alarmed if no movement ?

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I had gall bladder surgery 5 days ago still no bowel movement?

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I had gall bladder surgery 10 days ago, 4 day postop i started gritty sandy bowel movements loose large . i never had this before, concerns?

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Can you strain to have a bowel movement after gall bladder surgery?

A member asked:

I have mild descending non dilated air loops around small bowel. is this scar tissue? i had gallbladder surgery?

A member asked:

Can bowel movements be weird due to meds and bad gallbladder?

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No gallbladder. haven't had sold bowel movement in 5 weeks. all liquid. what can i do?

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