Life after Gallbladder Removal Everyday Health

Life after Gallbladder Removal Everyday Health

Life after Gallbladder Removal Everyday Health Menu NewslettersSearch Gallbladder Living Without a Gallbladder Living without a gallbladder is usually not a big deal, but you may experience some discomfort. Here's what to expect after gallbladder removal. By Krisha McCoyMedically Reviewed by Pat F. Bass III, MD, MPH Reviewed: January 26, 2010 Medically Reviewed If you have had Bile is a liquid that helps you digest fatty foods. The gallbladder releases it into your small intestine. But, according to Dr. Brugge, when you are not eating for a long period of time, such as at night when you are sleeping, your gallbladder stores the bile. "The gallbladder holds maybe a cup of fluid," says Brugge. However, when you remove the gallbladder, you remove the reservoir, Brugge says. So, even though you will have the same amount of bile in your body, you will not have as much bile in your intestine after your gallbladder is gone. "The bile is constantly being delivered into your intestine instead of being stored," Brugge explains. In theory, this means that you will not digest food as well. "But most animal species in the world don't have gallbladders," Brugge says. And your gallbladder is an organ you can live without. Digestion Changes After Gallbladder RemovalIn the first few weeks after your surgery, your doctor probably will recommend that you eat a mostly NEWSLETTERS Sign up for our Digestive Health Newsletter SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The Latest in Gallbladder Symptoms of a Gallbladder Problem You don’t typically spend much time thinking about your gallbladder. But knowing the signs that something’s amiss with it — from pain in certain ...By Diana RodriguezSeptember 30, 2022 Gallbladder Surgery: What to Expect Several different surgical procedures may be used to help treat your gallbladder disease.By Jennifer Acosta ScottSeptember 8, 2022 Gallbladder Cancer: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment People with gallstones are at greater risk of developing this rare form of cancer.By Diana RodriguezAugust 26, 2022 What Are Common Gallbladder Problems? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and PreventionBy Quinn PhillipsOctober 1, 2020 The Link Between Gallbladder Problems and Diabetes If you have diabetes, you're more likely to have gallbladder problems — but there are ways to lower your risk.By Diane StresingMay 1, 2018 Gallstones and Other Gallbladder Problems Gallstones can cause severe abdominal pain — or you may have no symptoms at all.By Diana RodriguezApril 26, 2018 What Is Cholecystitis? Cholecystitis is a big word for the simple — but potentially painful — problem of gallbladder inflammation.By Diana RodriguezApril 20, 2018 The Link Between Gallstones, Obesity, and Weight Loss Obesity increases your chances of developing gallstones, but so do weight loss surgery and certain types of diets. Find out how to safely reduce your ...By Erica Ilton, RDN, CDNApril 20, 2018 Gallbladder Surgery Complications While serious complications are rare, it’s important to know what to look out for.By Quinn PhillipsApril 20, 2018 Your Diet After Gallbladder Removal After gallbladder surgery, digestion can be tricky for a while. Here's how to modify your diet.By Krisha McCoyApril 11, 2018 MORE IN 10 Health Issues That May Lead to EPI Gut Healthy Foods Worth Trying — or Not Tonsil Stones Treatment: Home Remedies, Surgery Wellness inspired Wellness enabled FacebookTwitterInstagramPinterestYoutubeTikTok About Us Careers Editorial Policy Newsletters Meet Our Health Expert Network Privacy Policy Health News Accessibility Statement Terms of Use Contact Us Feedback Do Not Sell My Personal Information Popular Topics AdChoices NEWSLETTERS Get the best in health and wellness SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. A PROPERTY OF EHGLogo More From Everyday Health: Castle Connolly Top Doctors DailyOM Diabetes Daily Everyday Health Care Migraine Again 1996-2022 Everyday Health, Inc. Everyday Health is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. Badges Badges Badges
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