Gallbladder Problems?

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Registered: 01-22-2005
Gallbladder Problems?
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Mon, 03-27-2006 - 12:40pm
Hello,
I was wondering if I could get some advice or see if anyone is going through the same thing. I have been really sick for about 8 months now.I have had these attacks for about 4 years but they usually went away within a few days. My symptoms are right upper quadrant pain in my shoulder and back, right side stomach pain,nausea,vomiting. I thought for sure it was my gallbladder. I am seeing a GI Specialist and have had the following tests done:Blood laboratory tests, Ultrasound, Gallbladder Scan,Cat Scan, MRI Upper GI, and A GI scope with biopsies. Every single one came out normal. My doctor said there was nothing more he could do. I dont know where to go from here. I have no insurance so this has wiped out all of my savings. I cannot work and spend most of my time in bed. Please let me know what I can do to feel better and get my life back. Thanks so much

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Registered: 05-08-2006
Wed, 05-10-2006 - 4:58pm

hey there!

Its okay - I'm nervous period so nothing you said made me more nervous! LOL Thanks for giving me the tip about the pillow - that seems like it'll really help! They are doing it with the 4 small holes and I'm spending one night in the hospital. I did get some good news today...My surgery was supposed to be on May 25 and they were able it move it upto May 22!! :) The sooner the better so I can stop stressing so much about this! :) I try not to think about it too much but when I get bored at work I surf the net and find anything and everything I can read about gallbladders! :) Thanks for your advice and good luck! :)

Teresa

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Registered: 05-08-2006
Wed, 05-10-2006 - 8:01pm
I was just told I might have to have a cathater (sp?) put in during my gallbladder surgery - Has anyone else had to have one before/during their surgery?
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Registered: 03-23-2003
Wed, 05-10-2006 - 8:43pm

Wow Stephani!


You sure went through an ordeal there.

 

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