Question 1

after gallbladder surgery, do you have an appetite?

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Not at first: With many abdominal operations, your appetite can fluctuate during the first week or two. It is likely to return to normal as you get to resume normal activities...

Question 2

is gallbladder surgery pretty safe ?

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Extremely safe: When done in an open procedure one must identify and divide the cystic artery and not mistake the hepatic artery for the former.  The cystic duct is then tied at the common duct and GB removed  Normally a laparoscopic procedure is used.  With marked inflammation the GB procedure should be done open.

Question 3

how long does gallbladder surgery take?

Accepted Answer

Not long: Uncomplicated gall bladder removal takes an hr or less.

Question 4

any alternatives to gallbladder surgery?

Accepted Answer

Can try diet: If symptomatic healthy foods for your gallbladder, as well as the rest of your body:fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains (whole-wheat bread, brown rice, oats, bran cereal)lean meat, poultry, and fish, low-fat dairy products. Majority of patients with gallstones do not have symptoms. Overweight state can lead to gall stone formation. Loss of weight helps reduce gall stone formation.

Question 5

what does gallbladder surgery look like?

Accepted Answer

Usuakky: It is performed by laparoscopic surgery through either one or 4 smalll incisions under general anesthsia where one would be asleep.

Question 6

gallbladder surgery not worked, what to do?

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Re-evaluate: If you are still having 'problems' after gallbladder surgery, you need evaluated for other conditions that could cause similar problems - such as ulcers.... See your doctor.

Question 7

what is it like to have gallbladder surgery?

Accepted Answer

Not that bad,: Probably go home same day now that laparoscopy used.

Question 8

how do i know if i need gallbladder surgery?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms: See your doctor for an examination. Do you have upper abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, pains after eating, abdominal bloating and gas? Do you have gallstones on ultrasound? If you have these, then surgery may be helpful for you.

Question 9

i need advice with post gallbladder surgery?

Accepted Answer

Trial and error diet: While many patients have no GI symptoms after cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal), some patients may note changes in bowel habits with more frequent stools and irritation.  Some patients may have alterations in dietary tolerance, which may change over time.  This cannot be predicted prior to cholecystectomy and trial and error of diet is normal.

Question 10

what is the recovery time for gallbladder surgery?

Accepted Answer

1-2 wks: Most patients can resume their work and usual activities in 1-2 wks following uncomplicated laparoscopic gall bladder removal.

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