Question 1

had acute pancreatitis 2 years ago due to gallbladder disease. gallbladder out.left with diarrhea. can't gain weight. are probiotics safe?

Accepted Answer

They are safe: Having your GB out resolves the issue of GB stones or inflammation, but does not help the effects from the pancreatitis.  I suspect that the inflammation you had caused pancreatic malfunction of the enzymatic portion of the gland.  As such there are probably little if any pancreatic juices to help digest your food and as a result diarrhea and failure to gain wt.  You need oral pancreatin to help.

Question 2

can my bad diet lead to gallbladder disease?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Gallbladder disease occurs due to multiple factors including heredity and our high (saturated) fat/high carbohydrate western diet.  Furthermore, once gallstones develop, symptoms tend to be worse after eating high-fat foods.

Question 3

who knows anything about gallbladder diseases?

Accepted Answer

Many doctors: Your family doctor can discuss with you gallbladder disease. A gastroenterologist can review cases as needed where there are uncertainties.

Question 4

can anyone tell what are symptoms of gallbladder disease?

Accepted Answer

(RUQ) Abdominal Pain: A gallbladder attack is characterized by right- or middle upper abdominal pain (severe, pressure-like, noncramping, nonburning) that typically lasts for an hour or two. Associated symptoms include nausea+/-vomiting+/-chills. The pain often radiates around into the back and/or shoulder. Attacks are often precipitated by fatty or fried food intake, although middle-of-the-night attacks are common.

Question 5

how is gallbladder disease be caused by an unhealthy diet?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, high fat, low fiber die diet is a contributing factor in formation of gall stone, by elevated cholesterol levels, obesity, & diabetes are preventable, but most important factor the genetic which  is not preventable.

Question 6

are certain people more susceptible to gallbladder disease?

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Yes: Gallbladder disease is more likely to occur in females, those over 40, women of childbearing age, pregnant women, and those who are overweight.

Question 7

if you have gallbladder disease do they remove the entire gallbladder?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Surgery removes both the gallbladder and the gallstones. If the gallbladder was not removed, gallstones would grow back again.

Question 8

does gallbladder disease make you nauseas often?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can: Gallbladder disease, which usually means stones or sludge can make you nauseous and is often associated with pain on the right upper abdomen. The discomfort is often episodic and associated with meals and particularly fatty foods although some people experience a chronic nausea. An ultrasound is the standard test for diagnosing this problem. Your primary can order this test for you.

Question 9

does gallbladder disease cause your skin to itch?

Accepted Answer

Gallbladder: The gallbladder may cause pain on the right side of the chest (below ribs) &amp; near right shoulder blade as well as symptoms like nausea/ vomiting, ^ gas &amp; belching.  If the liver is ill - itching may occur.

Question 10

what are the risks of living with gallbladder disease?

Accepted Answer

Pain, Complications: Pain is usually due to transient obstruction of the gallbladder, called biliary colic or chronic cholecystitis.  If the blockage persists, acute inflammation may occur necessitating urgent surgery.  Some people may pass a stone into the common bile duct; this can lead to serious bile duct infections (cholangitis) or pancreatitis.  In general, the benefits of elective surgery outweigh the risks.

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