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I had gall bladder surgery 5 days ago still no bowel movement?

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Specializes in Trauma Surgery

Not unusual: Due to post-op ileus and narcotic suppression of bowel function

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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