My son is 34 and may need gall bladder removal.

@gloriaann
I had my gallbladder removed in my 50s. Every surgery has risks, but mine went very smoothly.

I had a bad gallbladder attack, went to the ER, and they were concerned the symptoms were heart-related and did not mention gallbladder. Within a month, had another gallbladder attack, saw my primary, and he scheduled surgery. The gallbladder had stones.

Here is a brief description of Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal):
https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/cholecystectomy/about/pac-20384818
Has your son had gallbladder attacks? What concerns do you or your son have?

Best to to have robotic approach through small scope
portals. The open incision approach is more difficult
with recovery postop.

I am going through that now. Ultrasound showed a large stone which will not pass on its own. The surgeon said there could be more behind it.
I only found out because I have been having issues with digestion.
I have mine scheduled early July. I could have had it done this last week. But, I have travel plans and was uncertain of healing time.

I started a NO and very low-fat diet which is helping with the digestion and hoping it will be ok until the surgery.

Has he had an ultrasound? What are his issues?

I had mine removed three months ago. Developed esbl and lvbbb. Depends where you go. Now three months later I look 8 months pregnant. Stomach looks like a bullet balloon. Hope there is no hernia or just need to cut down on eating which I have. Get it done before you have an attack. Then you have no choice who does your surgery

Had mine removed 7 months ago.Worst thing I ever did.Have headaches all day everyday since.I am a reasonably fit 65 yr old male.
I see on this site that many are experiencing the same as I.

@gloriaann I had my gallbladder out at age 35. I haven't missed it in the last 30 years.

Pros - no more debilitating gallbladder attacks, no risk of emergency cholecystectomy, pancreatitis, or other complications of a blocked bile duct.

Cons - the usual surgical risks. Some people need to adjust their diet. I can't really speak to that, as I didn't need to.

What are your son's concerns for the surgery? What are your concerns?

I see so many comments on diarrhea the rest of their lives and still having pain and cannot eat normal. He's getting a Hida scan soon. they didnt see stones but he has occas attacks. thank you

@linda82 He has had a few "gall bladder attacks". His stool gets pasty white for awhile. Just doesnt feel the greatest. Hida scan is next. No stones seen on US. Thank you.

@bonnie51k im struggling myself with distension and bloating, So very frustrating, I hope It settles down

@roch My mom had hers out at 50 too. She never had any issues with any food. I didnt realize so many people have trouble afterwards.
He has had several attacks. They didnt see stones, Hida scan is next looking for sludge.. Thats what my mom had,