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dianne15921
dianne15921

Had nausea, right shoulder ache, reflux, fatigue etc and had my gallbladder out 3 months ago. I have most of my symptoms again and put loads of weight on so i am disappointed that i probably didn't need it out if i am still having all these issues.

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  • hope4cure
    hope4cure dianne15921

    Posted

    Hi Dianne,

     I am sorry to hear of your issues. Did the doctor find gallstones or why did he remove gallbladder??

    Reflux is a separate issue. Ask you doctor for a prescription for acid reflux.

    see  (GERD ) online. Also sleeping with ur head above your stomach can stop the acid from comin up the valve a nite. It a simple matter of gravity. There are bed wedges available for this condition available at hosital supply store, or sleeping a recliner for a few days and see that helps.

    Also in most cases after gallbladder surgery it's important to avoid spicy foods, fatty foods and some dairy. The gallbladder supplies special enzymes to break up fatty foods. It no longer is available. It takes time for your body to adjust. Some doctors can prescribe enzymes tablets. Check your diet and see if changing the foods you eat helps. confused

    • dianne15921
      dianne15921 hope4cure

      Posted

      I had one large stone. I am already on acid tablets from before i had my gallbladder out.
    • sarah87162
      sarah87162 dianne15921

      Posted

      Sorry you are struggling so much. What are these acid tablets you are taking are they Omeprzole? If so read Ace's warning about these.

      I am now managing without them.

      Hope things settle down for you

      Sarah

    • Acejohnston
      Acejohnston sarah87162

      Posted

      Hi Sarah am glad to hear your managing without the antacid tablets. If you do get any issues try digestive enzymes first as they believe now that the cause of indigestion and heartburn is not too much acid but too little acid. Digestive enzymes can help that and also with breaking down the fat in food. Hope you continue to improve. X
    • hope4cure
      hope4cure dianne15921

      Posted

      Try sleeping with your head above your stomach. Gravity will keep the acid down along with acid reflux meds at night. And it is important. This was suggested by my doctor and I also purchased a bed wedge to sleep with my head up so the valve would not let the stomach acid flow back up thru the esophagus. Sometimes it's a good idea to see a specialist to have a endoscopy done if this continues. There could be more they can offer to help you! Ask your GP for a referral. I hope you get this sorted out soon.

      PS: drink milk with your meals to coat you stomach it helped me a lot along with acid reflux meds . After a diagnosis or GERD I finally was able to get it under control.

      Take care.

  • Acejohnston
    Acejohnston dianne15921

    Posted

    Hi Dianne am sorry to hear your still suffering. Have you tried digestive enzymes. A lot of people who've had the gallbladder removed take them as they break down the fat in the food and help you digest food better. Have you diarrhea as well? I also had 1 large stone and have had vomiting nausea and diarrhea. I am a lot better now but only in the last few weeks but did have a large cyst on my ovary which I think was causing a lot of my symptoms. I had mine removed last December. I was on an ant acid but stopped it about 3 months after the operation as you should only really be on them if you have been diagnosed with reflux disease or gastritis. They stop your stomach producing acid which you need more than ever without a gallbladder to break down the food. Also it's common to have indigestion and heartburn symptoms after gallbladder removal. It can take 6-12 months for the body to adjust without a gallbladder. I would go back to your doctor and get checked out just in case. Hope you feel better soon. Your not on your own. There are many of us who've had side effects after the operation but for most they do go away. X
    • hope4cure
      hope4cure Acejohnston

      Posted

      Very good explination. Thanks for sharing ,that was indeed the important factors regarding acid reflux which can develop into GERD if not carefully watched.

      confused

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