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A member asked:

Dad had gallbladder removed 3 weeks ago and now he seems to get full quicker and not be able to eat quite as much. is that normal?

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YES: These issues should begin to subside in 1-2 months.

Answered 12/10/2016

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Dr. Erik Borncamp answered

Specializes in Wound care

Yes : Any time one has surgery there is a period of adjustment while things come back to normal. Don't worry so much about amount Eat small meals with protein, less fat. Should improve sober the next few weeks

Dr Miller agreed

Answered 3/22/2017

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