Question 1

what kind of foods are safe to eat after gallbladder surgery?

Accepted Answer

Depends: How long ago was your surgery? Gallbladder & gallstones are usually both removed at surgery. Usually can eat everything given enough time after surgery. Start with smaller and lighter soft foods & soups, avoid fatty & greasy foods at first. Then gradually return to a full normal and regular diet over a couple weeks as you recover from surgery.

Question 2

what happens if i eat oily foods after having a gallbladder surgery?

Accepted Answer

Nothing serious : Early on, after surgery, fatty foods might cause discomfort similar to a gallbladder attack.  After a few weeks,  you should be able to tolerate fatty and oily foods without a problem.  Your ability to digest fatty foods should be unaffected.

Question 3

my doctor advised me to have gallbladder surgery following several tests ct, ultra-sound & hide? i have had abdominal pain accompanied with bloating following eating small amounts of food.   rarely eat greasy foods occasionally eat chili/mexican foods or

Accepted Answer

A : A gallbladder flush is an excellent form of detoxification in a patient who has adequate health. If you are doing a flush and you develop an obstruction from stones, that could cause significant complications.   Because your gallbladder is diseased and filled with sludge, a significant amount of toxic material will be released which could overload your system. There is potential for reabsorption of toxins through your intestines with subsequent release into your blood stream.  I agree with your doctor that the risk from a gall bladder flush is too high at this time. I hope this is helpful. Good luck.

Question 4

how soon after my gallbladder surgery will i be able to eat?

Accepted Answer

Same day.: When performed laparoscopically, most people are able to tolerate some foods the same day.  It is not uncommon to have some nausea initially, but by 2-3 days after surgery, most people are back to their normal diet.

Question 5

i had gallbladder surgery 4 days ago. doing very well. tired of bland diet, what can i eat? i'm afraid to eat anything not bland!

Accepted Answer

Anything, but...: Beware. Any food with oils, fats, or dairy may cause cramping and / or diarrhea. None of these will hurt your body, you just may not feel so well. As for bland diets, there is no reason that what you eat can't be flavorful. Spices and seasonings have nothing to do with bile and its functions.

Question 6

its one week since i had my gallbladder surgery. i am still experiencing nausea, vomitting and am unable to keep food down. shudn't it all have passed by now?

Accepted Answer

Speak to the surgeon: By this time , you should be able to hold the food, speak to your surgeon , take an appointment for examination now.

Question 7

im currently waiting for a gallbladder surgery. cramps from hunger but cant handle eating much food. what should i do to get enough?  low fat diet.

Accepted Answer

Protein Shakes: come in a number of brands and flavors...

mixed with low fat Ice Cream they will support your nutrition with low volume supplements!

Just a thought
Hope it helps!
Dr Z

Question 8

i received gallbladder surgery 4 days ago and my doctor said i could resume a normal diet. can i drink coffee, soda, tea, and eat chocolate & hamburgs?

Accepted Answer

Sure: If what you describe is your normal diet, enjoy.

Question 9

17 days post gallbladder surgery, had spicy food that caused gallbladder like attack symptoms.24 hrs after now urine is bright yellow after drinking half a gallon of water?

Accepted Answer

: I wouldn't be worried about bright yellow urine, but would be very concerned about presence of brown urine and clay colored stools, indications of possible bile duct blockage. Nevertheless recurrence of that episode or on going discomfort should be reported to your surgeon.

Question 10

could gallbladder surgery result in stomach pains and diarrhea every time i eat afterwards?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is not unusual to have some diarrhea after gallbladder surgery. Many people do not, however many people may experience loose stools particularly after eating. If it is severe, there is medication available to help with that problem.

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My doctor advised me to have gallbladder surgery following several tests ct, ultra-sound & hide? i have had abdominal pain accompanied with bloating following eating small amounts of food. rarely eat greasy foods occasionally eat chili/mexican foods or

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How soon after my gallbladder surgery will i be able to eat?

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I had gallbladder surgery 4 days ago. doing very well. tired of bland diet, what can i eat? i'm afraid to eat anything not bland!

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Its one week since i had my gallbladder surgery. i am still experiencing nausea, vomitting and am unable to keep food down. shudn't it all have passed by now?

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Im currently waiting for a gallbladder surgery. cramps from hunger but cant handle eating much food. what should i do to get enough? low fat diet.

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I received gallbladder surgery 4 days ago and my doctor said i could resume a normal diet. can i drink coffee, soda, tea, and eat chocolate & hamburgs?

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17 days post gallbladder surgery, had spicy food that caused gallbladder like attack symptoms.24 hrs after now urine is bright yellow after drinking half a gallon of water?

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Could gallbladder surgery result in stomach pains and diarrhea every time i eat afterwards?

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