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Blood in stool, conspation, musuc after gallbladder surgery. is it normal?

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Perhaps: Constipation is common post surgery, especially with the use of narcotic pain medications. This can lead to excessive mucous production and could cause bleeding hemorrhoids or a tear called an anal fissure. All GI bleeding should be investigated to some degree, however, as rectal bleeding is never normal. You should discuss this with your doctor or surgeon.

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Dr. Jeffrey Clemens answered

Specializes in General Surgery

No: These symptoms are not related to removal of the gallbladder. If any change in bowel habits were to occur from the surgery, it would be diarrhea. Hemorrhoids, polyps, and a tear in the lining of the rectum would be the most likely causes. Pain meds taken after gallbladder surgery can cause constipation, but that usually resolves after a week or two. Get it checked.

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