A member asked:

I have been getting mid back pain after eating and sometimes on my right side on the side. is this life threatening? gb removed 6 ms ago. scared.

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Dr. Tony Weaver answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Don't be afraid.: Pain after meals can be frightening, but having your gall bladder removed eliminates that as a cause of your pain. I would recommend seeing a gastroenterologist for an upper endoscopy and evaluation for reflux/ulcer disease. In the mean time you should take a daily over the counter acid reducer such as Pepcid, Nexium (esomeprazole) or Prilosec.

Answered 12/26/2015

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