Bloating after gallbladder surgery

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Registered: 05-22-2006
Bloating after gallbladder surgery
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Mon, 05-22-2006 - 2:06pm

Hello,

I am new to the board. My question is for anyone who has had gallbladder surgery. I had mine removed last Monday and I was wondering how long it will take before the swelling/bloating in my stomach goes away? I know everyone is different, but I was hoping the swelling would be down more than it is.

Also, has anyone noticed that the worst incision seems to be the one at the belly button? Mine is still very tender and I don't even notice the other incisions at all. I guess with the bending and what not, that would be the last one to really heal.

Thank you.

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Registered: 03-26-2003
Mon, 05-22-2006 - 3:30pm

Hi - from what I recall it was the bellybutton incision that bothered me the most - it wasn't painful - but more anoying than anything. If it is causing pain then I'd definately suggest seeing the doctor.


As far as the bloating -it was at least 2 weeks till I could wear pants that were more fitted (ie. not my 'fat pants'). . . . and I'm sure at least a month till I could comfortably wear my 'skinny jeans'.


Wishing you a speedy recovery,


Jo

 

iVillage Member
Registered: 05-22-2006
Tue, 05-23-2006 - 11:31am

JO,

THANKS FOR THE INFO. I SEE MY SURGEON ON THURSDAY SO I WILL TELL HIM ABOUT THE BELLY BUTTON INCISION. YOU ARE RIGHT THO, TODAY IT ISN'T SO MUCH OF A PAIN, BUT AN ANNOYANCE. I AM FEELING SO MUCH BETTER TODAY THAN I DID YESTERDAY. STILL VERY TIRED, BUT I KNOW THAT WILL TAKE A WHILE TO PASS.

THANKS AGAIN.

KELLY

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Registered: 03-26-2003
Tue, 05-23-2006 - 6:43pm

Hi Kelly - let us know how things go after your follow up apt.


I found that it took at least 3 months till my energy level was back up to what felt 'normal'. I was back at work (desk job) very shortly after my surgery (surgery

 

iVillage Member
Registered: 05-22-2006
Thu, 05-25-2006 - 5:45pm

Hi Jo,

I had my follow-up this morning. Everything went fine. He removed the white "tape" that was over the incisions. Most of the stiches have dissovled, only a few left. The only bad news that he gave me is that I can now do housework!!! LOL!!!!

Thanks for all of your concern.

Kelly