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How does your stomach feel after gallbladder removal?
You can expect to live a perfectly normal life after gallbladder surgery but may experience temporary side effects related to the way your digestive system processes fatty foods. These symptoms may include loose stools or diarrhea, bloating, cramping, and excess gas in response to meals or certain foods.
Can you drink alcohol after having your gallbladder removed?
Drinking alcohol after the removal of the gallbladder may cause alcohol intolerance and its side effects. You may experience abdominal pain or discomfort in the area where your gallbladder used to be following drinking. However, these symptoms are unlikely to be related to cholecystitis and gallbladder removal.
When to call your doctor after gall bladder surgery?
Sleep on your back or left side,not on your stomach or right side.
How long will it take to recover after gallbladder surgery?
You will be able to get back to normal activities after 10 to 14 days. Laparoscopic gallbladder surgery recovery doesn’t take long because it is usually performed to remove simple cases of gallstones. However, if you get open surgery, you might need to stay in the hospital for 3 to 5 days, so that the nurse can adequately take care of the wound.
What should I expect After gallbladder surgery?
After gallbladder surgery, you will feel some pain at the incision site/s of your abdomen. If you had a minimally invasive procedure, you may also feel some pain in the shoulder area (this is the result of the carbon dioxide gas that was inserted during the procedure). The shoulder pain will usually subside within 24 to 48 hours after surgery.
How long will I be off work after gallbladder surgery?
return to work after 7 to 14 days, depending on what your job involves It can take a bit longer to return to these activities after open gallbladder removal surgery. For example, you may not be able to drive or return to work for around 6 to 8 weeks.