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I had my gallbladder removed in january and after that had a bile leak and a stent put in and removed and have had constant pain everyday.

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Dr. Mark Kuhnke answered

Should resolve: I'm sorry you had a post op bile leak - that's a known risk of about .3-.5 percent. The bile is caustic, and can certainly be irritating. After the stent placement, and the leak has been sealed, the discomfort should resolve. If you are still having discomfort, follow up with your surgeon. Good luck.

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Answered 8/1/2017

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A member asked:

I had my gallbladder removed in january and after that had a bile leak and a stent put in and removed and have had constant pain everyday.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Kuhnke answered

Dr Rao and 3 doctors agreed

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