New pain after gallbladder surgery
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I had been experiencing upper right pain under my rib cage for two years. Finally had my gallbladder removed. (Nurse said pathology report said it had chronic inflammation.)
When I woke from surgery, I had excruciating pain on my right side, a bit lower than gallbladder. None of the pain medication even touched it. It was much worse when I took a breath. I felt like I had a knife in me.
Five days later, the pain is less, but still pretty bad. I feel like it’s a little lower than where my gallbladder was, and it feels sharp and raw. It’s worse in some positions.
Any ideas?
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fernando90225 kate20950
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Kate these pains are normal. You had surgery major. You have about 3 to 6 months of various pains coming. Its all healing inside. Give it time. No fats or greasy foods . watch your diet. This will help you heal also. Don't worry you will be ok. Just rest and let nature take it's course.
reese2016 kate20950
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My surgeon told me to eat less amount of food frequently, since when food passes through the stomach, which will create a pressure to the incision site of the residual cystic duct; therefore, eat a small meal. Do not lift anything more than one gallon of weight. Inside incisions will take between 4 to 6 weeks to heal. Also, sleep on your left side.
Do not reach up your arms for 4 weeks.
Take Vit. B complex to help heal incision sites.
I trust you will feel much better after 10 days.
Moonday kate20950
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Yes, I experienced this as well ..... in fact,3 years after my GB was removed I still sometimes experience that pain. It's a bit like stitch.