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10 yrs ago gallbladder removed, had ibs symtoms since surgery, now im pregnant. do i need special enzymes, probiotics? can i absorb enough for baby?

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No extras: You don't need anything extra. Take your prenatal vitamins, and exercise and eat right at the direction of your obstetrician. No worries regarding the lack of a gallbladder. Hope this helps!

Answered 8/15/2015

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Dr. M. Hytham Beck answered

Specializes in Surgery

YOU AND THE BABY OK: HAVING THE GALLBLADDER REMOVED COULD AFFECT THE GI SYSTEM FOR A WHILE BUT IT HAS NO BAD EFFECT ON YOU OR THE BABY.YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKE THE DIGEST ANYTHING.

Answered 8/16/2015

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