Post Gall Bladder Surgery Symptoms
Laparoscopic gall bladder surgery is a process during which the gall bladder is removed through several small abdominal incisions. Should complications occur, the gall bladder is removed with an open procedure through a large abdominal incision. The laparoscopic process involves less pain and shorter recovery time, but symptoms may be experienced after either type of surgery.
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Blood Clotting
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Pressure stockings are provided post-surgery to prevent blood from pooling in your legs and minimize the risk of developing blood clots. Symptoms of clotting include redness, pain, swelling and warmth at the site of the clot.
Pain
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Pain is to be expected after gall bladder surgery. Pain medications range from narcotics immediately after surgery to over-the-counter medications such as ibuprofen after pain begins to subside.
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Wound Drainage
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Your surgical incision is closed with surgical staples, stitches, or steri-strip adhesive bandages. Change your bandages as directed by your physician. Contact your physician if the normal drainage changes to a thick yellow discharge that may indicate an infection.
Nausea and Vomiting
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Nausea may be experienced when consuming fried or fatty foods following gall bladder surgery. If you begin to feel nauseated, stay away from these foods for a little while longer.
Bowel Habits
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Diarrhea is a frequent complaint after gall bladder surgery. Constipation, alleviated with an increase in fiber and water intake, may be an issue if you are taking narcotic pain relievers.
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