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I had my gall bladder removed 9 days ago and every time i take a deep breath i get a very bad pain in my back where my kidney is on the right sidewhat?

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Dr. Barry Rosen answered

Common: The gb is attached to the liver which sits next to the diaphragm. Inflammation in this area is common after gb surgery. Irritation of the diaphragm can cause the pain you are describing. If it gets worse and/or is associated with fever, please see your surgeon.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/10/2013

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A member asked:

I had my gall bladder removed 9 days ago and every time i take a deep breath i get a very bad pain in my back where my kidney is on the right sidewhat?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Barry Rosen answered

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

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