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I'm scheduled for gallbladder surgery next week. I've been doing a lot of research and something I can't find real clearly is whether you're satisfied or regret the surgery? I've read a lot of indications, contraindications, symptoms before and after...right now this is my decision and I feel pretty confident about my decision...
But just wondering if anyone out there regrets the decision
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TFish1 jenelle1081
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Hi Jenelle,
?I am with others who have not had the surgey. However, I have not been officially diagnosed with gallblaader issues, but I suffer the symtoms related to them. I started looking into the surgery as the pain motivated me to. Like you, i was not able to find any definitive answers as to the long term effects of the surgery.
?Anecdotally, I hear mostly positive things! However, there is something to be said about removing organs from your body. Logically speaking, the organs are there for a reason.
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?I also discovered in my research that there are other alternatives to having a cholecystectomy?. Most doctors wont tell you about these, as having cholecystectomy? surgery is so common place. But I would do a bit of research on them just so you are well informed of your options. This is not at all to detour you from having the surgery, just think it's good to be aware of all options.
Hope this helps...
patricia_11100 TFish1
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I think including me that not only do we possibly need our GB out there is something g else goi g on that mimics that pain. So you get the GB out but still have pain. I'm still trying to figure it out!!! Ugh
jill_38536 jenelle1081
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Had mine out 4 weeks ago. Certainly don't regret it. No more discomfort and pain. Wish i had it out years ago. Good luck.
jenelle1081
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So assuming all my issues are cleared up after removal and don't have any complications and aside from normal post operative pain...what's the most common rate of relief? Like relief from all the pain and nausea/vomiting? Immediately? A week? Months? Etc. I've googled and googled but this seems like a pretty informative forum and I'd love personal experiences.
lynda20916 jenelle1081
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The small incisions need to heal, too. Externally, the stitches should heal in 6-8 weeks. Internally, it can take up to 6 months for some people. So, it will be a while before normal activities can be resumed.
For me it was 8 weeks or so.
sadtum jenelle1081
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Like Lynda said it varies by person. I was back to normal activities after 2 weeks, with no pain from the incisions just a little tightness and I could do yoga, lift weights, etc. The scabs came off over the next 2 weeks and now after 5 weeks you can hardly tell I had anything done!
The nausea however was still just as bad for the first 2 weeks, and since then has gradually been getting better. I'm 5 weeks out and still have a bad day about once a week, and a little queasiness ocassionally, but overall it's gotten much better and my appetite is back. I'm optimistic that it will continue to improve and I will be 100% within another couple of months.
But it definitely wasn't instant and I was pretty upset when I still felt badly after surgery. My surgeon said it takes at least 2 months for your digestive tract to work itself out so if you don't feel better instantly don't be discouraged, it can take time!
cmross1108 jenelle1081
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renee15737 jenelle1081
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Best thing I did! My only regret is I didn't do it sooner! I kept putting it off and was in tears from the pain!
I only get diarrhoea if I skip meals but other then that I can eat anything now!
Good luck with your choice
mili21668 jenelle1081
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Hi
did you have your surgery ? how do you feel now?
jenelle1081 mili21668
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I did and honestly, not much changed until I went vegan. I don't have any stomach problems or pain since going vegan unless i eat too much oil from fried things. I wish i had tried going vegan before surgery, I think I could have avoided all the risks.
linda282930 jenelle1081
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I had my gallbladder removed 3 years ago and I feel a bit better
butI still feel sick and have pain every day .
I cannot eat so many things ,I feel very depressed as expected to be better than this.
jenelle1081 linda282930
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I suggest cutting out meat and dairy and trying that out. See how you feel. It made a huge, huge difference for me.
gary10884 jenelle1081
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As I have posted elsewhere I had my op two months ago so still early days but I have no regrets about the operation. I am now eating and drinking normally and have no pain or other problems. Of course some people do have issues after the operation but for the vast majority it is very successful and resolves all their previous problems.
livvy20 jenelle1081
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Absolutely no regrets! It gave me back a normal life and took away the pain and anxiety the gallbladder attacks gave me. Everything is back to working normally.
marie66624 jenelle1081
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hi Jenell how are you now? hope you've already had your surgery? I've had mine two weeks ago but I must say am still having issues with toilet and pain. how have you managed with yours if you've got it done hope no issues