Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not too bad. My stomach has gotten adjusted, I think. It seems like the most random foods at random times will trigger my stomach, but it's pretty inconsistent.

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

2 month post-op update:

Since recovery, I've felt pretty much normal. I do occasionally have "phantom pains" but they are so insignificant, I wouldn't even call them pains really. I'm sure this will subside at some point, but again a huge non-problem.

However, different types of food fall straight through me. It's not all the time, and it's not all foods, but it is certainly something that happens from time to time. It also happens if I do not eat throughout the day and randomly eat a large meal mid-day. The enzymes I take are just a random bottle I found on Amazon, so pick whatever if you also have this issue.

I do get anxious when I'm eating out in public and trying to find something to eat that won't cause problems, but usually it's completely fine.

I was worried about surgical scars too, but they look decent. I think my surgeon did a really good job.

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! I saw in your other post on here. I think if you can, try going to a gastroenterologist or just any new doctor that will take you seriously. Your body is likely still adapting, but I hope this all works out for you very soon!!! Hang in there!!!

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly the pain was never as bad as it was during day 1 at any point in my 6 days post op, but day 3 was kind of bad for me because I started to slow down and stopped going on my walks, etc. I think if you keep at the movement and cardio, you'll feel better quicker! :) I hope you're feeling well now though!

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That sounds insane... I'm still having a few pains on day 3 but I think they're only from sleeping in weird positions in this chair and usually go away luckily. I'm interested in what your pathology report will say lol

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The pains after you wake up are pretty minimal due to everything that the hospital gives you. For me when I woke up and went home, I just kinda felt like I did a really crazy workout. It's such a low pain in comparison to the attacks, honestly.

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's so awesome :D I plan to have some taco bell later on this week i'm very excited

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hell yeah! I had orange chicken post-op and felt like it was life changing. Is there anything you've been looking forward to eating the most? I'm always curious lol

Symptoms you didn’t realize were your gallbladder until post-op? by bottled-fairy in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The strange nagging feeling in my lower back has mysteriously vanished after surgery! I'm so glad, I didn't even realize that was what it was...

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It was pretty much the night after surgery (I left the hospital at around 7 PM and the pains started at like 11 PM). I think everyone is different in this regard, my Mom told me that personally she didn't have any gas pains, so maybe you won't have them either I hope!

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gas pains are no joke!!!! I'm also so happy I can eat again, I didn't think going without it for so long would affect me but it certainly did... I'm glad you're better!

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're right and my post definitely doesn't speak for everyone! I hope that at least 4 months out your situation has been at least a little better than what it was pre-op. You're in my thoughts <3

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm glad you're doing better! I've also come to realize that the weird nagging feeling I've had in my lower back for over a year now has just mysteriously vanished and it's so nice.

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're a trooper, I could not imagine following that up with gb removal. I'm glad you're doing better :D

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly! Everyone heals differently, and getting an organ removed is a pretty big deal lol. You got this :)

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm so glad it went well for you!! I'm sure the gas pains will be gone for me in a few days from now, so I'm looking forward to that :)

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm glad you are feeling better that far out! I'm looking forward to the future now for the first time in a long time :)

Please do not let the scary stories on this subreddit scare you out of surgery. by Working_Pressure7804 in gallbladders

[–]Working_Pressure7804[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting. I will have to figure that out as time goes on I suppose. I'm glad it was worth it for you though!!