Question 1

considering gall bladder removal- what is the recovery time for scope?

Accepted Answer

Very Short: Most patients are discharged home the same day after laparoscopic cholecystectomy and are ready to return to work in about a week. Consult with your surgeon regarding activity and return to work. Latter will depend upon how physically demanding the work.

Question 2

what to do after gall bladder removal? i'm 29

Accepted Answer

Have fun and eat in : Moderation enjoy all u couldnt eat before.

Question 3

what to eat after gall bladder removal by scope?

Accepted Answer

Should be able: To eat fairly normally, eventually. Early after surgery eat small, light, non fat foods. As you heal & feel better over a few weeks or less you should be able to return to eating all normal foods. Fatty or greasy foods cause some people to feel bloating, gas or diarrhea after surgery.

Question 4

after gall bladder removal is a special diet necessary?

Accepted Answer

Usually no special : For most people, after gallbladder surgery, they can eat all normal foods. It is always best to eat healthy foods.

Question 5

is it possible to have symptoms after gall bladder removal?

Accepted Answer

Yes : Some patients do not feel complete resolution of abdominal discomforts with gallbladder surgery. Other possible causes of pain can be gastritis, stomach ulcer, bile duct spasm, kidney issue, etc. See your doctor for an evaluation.

Question 6

can you give me some suggestions for after gall bladder removal?

Accepted Answer

Many: If your surgery is done laparoscopic, then refrain from strenuous activity x 3 weeks. I advise my patients to eat "light" for the 1st 24 hours (soup, toast, etc), then increase diet as tolerated. Most patients have no food intolerances; a few have fatty food intolerance. A few patients have post- prandial  diarrhea. In these, i prescribe Colestid (colestipol) or questran, which resolves the situation.

Question 7

how long until able to go back to work after gall bladder removal?

Accepted Answer

7-10 days: In my experience most people will return to work in 7-10 days, however I have seen people return as soon as 3-4 days or as long as 2-3 weeks, especially if the work requires strenuous activity.

Question 8

how long before i can resume a normal diet after gall bladder removal?

Accepted Answer

Soon: Start slowly, especially with eating too much fatty or greasy foods. Otherwise can eat other foods as soon as you feel ready.

Question 9

what kind of food is suitable for after gall bladder removal in a teen?

Accepted Answer

GB Removal Diet: Many physicians do not restrict diet except for perhaps a short period of low fat foods. That period may vary from 4-6 weeks. Following that time frame, a regular diet is encouraged and usually well tolerated.

Question 10

how long would it take until fit to go back to work after gall bladder removal?

Accepted Answer

Depends if it is: Open or laparoscopic surgery and what kind of work you do:  physical labor v. Office work.  If it is laparoscopic surgery and your job is not physical, typically one week or so.

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