Did you know that not only gallbladder removal surgery, but any kind of medical procedure can have some side effects on the patient? Similarly, digestive issues are a common occurrence after gallbladder removal.
What does the gallbladder do?
The gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ and is an important part of the digestive system. Did you know that it is located under the liver and regulates the flow of bile (helps to break down food). Therefore, the gallbladder’s responsibility is to push the correct amount of bile into the small intestine through the bile ducts. But, a large number of people face various problems related to the gallbladder.
can lead to fatal problems such as gallstones, common bile duct stones, gallbladder cancer, cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder), perforated gallbladder, and even chronic gallbladder disease, and Someone may need gallbladder removal surgery. But, you need to be careful after surgery as you can experience many side effects and one of them can be digestive issues.
Can Gallbladder Removal Surgery Cause Digestive Problems?
Here are some health problems that can be caused by gallbladder removal:
* Diarrhea:
The gallbladder remover will have temporary diarrhea that will go away on its own. You need to consult a doctor if you have it for more than 3 days. Along with diarrhea, abdominal pain and cramping may also occur.
* Temporary constipation:
Yes that is correct! Like diarrhea, constipation can also occur after surgery and it will also go away on its own.
* Retained stone:
If gallstones are still present after surgery, symptoms such as nausea and vomiting, jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes) and even abdominal pain may occur.
* Inability to digest fatty foods
It is recommended that the patient eat a low-fat diet after gallbladder surgery.
How to care after gallbladder surgery?
*Try to stick to a low-fat diet for about a month or two. Do not eat foods that are full of trans fat. This can invite more health issues. Also, drink enough water and avoid caffeine, alcohol or smoking, which can worsen your health.
* Eat fiber-rich foods like berries, peas, barley, avocados and apples to combat constipation. Do not eat food that can cause gas like beans, lentils and broccoli
* You need to stay away from junk, processed, oily and packaged food. So, no sugar, pizza, burgers, bakery items or desserts. You need to be careful in terms of health. Adopt healthy lifestyle practices to stay in top shape.
