Gallbladder removal: Anyone still having complications?

Posted by jtlang55 @jtlang55, Nov 1, 2018

After having my gallbladder removed 14 yrs. ago, I still have issues with digesting anything with fat. Combine that with IBS and you're in real trouble. I'm trying to put weight on while the majority of people are trying to take it off. That of course brings it's own stress and as we all know that's the worst thing for any health issue. I am currently on a anti biotic and am being balanced off with a probiotic. Seems to be helping my stomach and the diarrhea associated with IBS. This is the first thing that has made me feel normal after seeing multiple gastroenterologists with no positive results. Is anyone familiar with Lypo Gold. It's an enzyme that is suppose to help aid with fat digestion. Just wondering what input anyone has on how it works and their results from taking it. Thank you.

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@colleenyoung

Hi @marija73, welcome. I moved your question to this existing discussion in the digestive Health support group:
- Gallbladder removal: Anyone still having complications?
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/gallbladder-removal/

I did this so that you can connect with others like @hopeful33250 @fourof5zs @debhammel @astaingegerdm @tootie2 and others.

Marija, what test did you have that showed gallstones may have been left inside? When is your MRI?

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Doctors check my pain symptoms(worse as before operation)make blood and urine test.MRI need wait couple of weeks.

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I had a botched ERCP with stent for Sphincter of Oddi disfunction and obstructed biliary duct suffered a perforated duodenum and bile burn on pancreas. Had emergency removal of gall bladder. Fast forward 20 years. Suffer with bouts of diarrhea, severed abdominal cramping in the right upper quadrant under ribs and pain on the right side of back. Symptions similar to still having the gall bladder.
Can not digest an egg, cheeses, etc. Also can not eat heavy meals. Had a Cat scan and MRCP without contrast a year ago. No findings. I guess I just have to watch what eat. I really don't want to see a gastro dr right now. I have been through too much over the years.
Good Luck to you.
Hope you feel better.
Take care
Colleen P

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