A member asked:

I had my gallbladder removed 4 weeks ago and was told to keep gauze in it with a band aid over it to keep it dry. i am still having a bloody disharge (not alot, but not small amount) when i change my dressing (2xday) is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steven Simon answered

Call your surgeon : 1 month is a long time for non closure of a surgical wound. Best to phone your surgeon and arrange a telemedicine or In person exam to make certain that there is not an infection or tract which developed. Good luck

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/20/2021

2 views

Thank

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

A member asked:

I had my gallbladder removed 4 weeks ago and was told to keep gauze in it with a band aid over it to keep it dry. i am still having a bloody disharge (not alot, but not small amount) when i change my dressing (2xday) is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steven Simon answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Related Questions

A member asked:

I have been having pain i the right side of my abdomen under my ribs for a couple of days and I feel nauseous. I have no gall bladder & asplenia. No fever. Only reason I havent visited the doc is my depleted medical aid. Any idea what it could be.

A member asked:

I'm 5 days post-op from having my gallbladder removed laparoscopically.I still have extreme bloating and discomfort,but not much pain.Is this normal?

A member asked:

Is it normal to still have fatty stools after a gallbladder removal? I am having stools that appear like I am not digesting fat. I s that normal 3 years after I have had my gallbladder removed?

A member asked:

Why do I still have severe pain under my right rib cage? Gallbladder was removed 2 yrs ago, CT scans clear, mris clear and blood work is normal.

A member asked:

I have occasional pain in my upper left abdomen, gallbladder is removed, soft lump on arch of right foot. I was told after gallbladder was removed I had a bit of fatty build up. But I didn't need to change my diet. Could this be a liver issue?

Sponsored Content

People also searched for:

Gallbladder out 3 days ago. 4 incisions. Dr took 3 bandages off, my belly button still has gauze, big clear square bandage. Do i remove that?

Had laproscopic gallbladder surgery; 4 incisions 3 days ago. Dr removed bandages but left gauze & waterproof bandage on belly button. Do i remove?

I had my gallbladder taken out two days ago, i had gauze on the inside of my belly button should I take that out? I need help please

I had gallbladder takin out a week ago had 3 incitions he put gauze in navel is it ok to leave it in there until follow up in couple more days?

Will taking essentiale forte after a fatty meal aid in digestion nd counteract the effects the fatty meal has on the liver and gallbladder?

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?