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A member asked:

I had my gallbladder removed 3 days ago. i have a dull ache where gallbladder used to be. is this part of normal post-op recovery?

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Dr. Joey Bluhm answered

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Yes: That sounds normal. Usually sore for a week or two.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 1/20/2014

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