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I had my gallbladder removed 5 months ago. i have been extremely tired since surgery. is this normal? when can i expect to get my energy back?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Some fatigue: after abdominal surgery is common but unless there was more than usual blood loss 5 months is excessive! Get your fatigue checked out! Hands on contact necessary Hope this helps BE WELL Dr Z

Answered 4/15/2017

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