[Audioguru]

I can answer that ,Kel. After surgery I had a low grade infection that was producing a lot of fluid in the drain coming from one of the incisions. With IV antibiotics it cleared up just fine. The pain was mild to moderate for 2 days after and gradually tapered within a weeek. (The Vicoden helped a little) They tell you with the absence of your gallbladder to stay away from fattty foods as expected. Things like cheese,fried foods,etc. It's been over a year now and I haven't had any problems. In fact, My weight has dropped and stayed within my normal range without any effort on my part. Once in awhile the cravings get to me and big old greasy cheeseburger hasn't hurt. Best of luck.

[Chupachub]

I know someone who had to get this done, so this was really interesting to watch! :D

[Faline]

Originally Posted by Audioguru ↗

I can answer that ,Kel. After surgery I had a low grade infection that was producing a lot of fluid in the drain coming from one of the incisions. With IV antibiotics it cleared up just fine. The pain was mild to moderate for 2 days after and gradually tapered within a weeek. (The Vicoden helped a little) They tell you with the absence of your gallbladder to stay away from fattty foods as expected. Things like cheese,fried foods,etc. It's been over a year now and I haven't had any problems. In fact, My weight has dropped and stayed within my normal range without any effort on my part. Once in awhile the cravings get to me and big old greasy cheeseburger hasn't hurt. Best of luck.

Thanks for the reply!

[VaBusa]

Wow, very neat to see! I just had mine out 2 months ago after a year of unexplained illness (nausea and I'd throw up for no obvious reason), and one gallbladder attack (feels like someone stabbing you in your back, between your shoulder blades). The surgery was super easy, but recovery for me wasn't so easy. I had 3+ weeks of vertigo (no explanation seems to be linked to the surgery) and since then, while not throwing up, it seems my body doesn't like most foods I eat and makes me feel sick to my stomach a lot. I keep hoping those symptoms will eventually go away; assuming my body needs to adjust to not having the gallbladder...

[Audioguru]

Hey, your body will adjust, trust in your docs is paramount. No GB is only like losing your tonsils, appendix, or adenoids. It's not your favored arm. You have to make a few changes in your lifestyle that will eventually prolong it. Think about it!

[LERK]

I just recently became interested in these surgeries thanks for posting

[durt]

nice thanks