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Had my gallbladder taken out 3 wks ago, going to the bthrm i bleed a little bit. could that be related to surgery, or not eating much?

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

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NO: Wishful thinking unless you are having Hemobilia (rare due to liver injury) I suggest you see your MD for an exam

Answered 4/19/2016

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A member asked:

Had my gallbladder taken out 3 wks ago, going to the bthrm i bleed a little bit. could that be related to surgery, or not eating much?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

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