If I've had my gallbladder removed for 5 yrs, why am I still having gallbladder-like attacks?
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I also had gallbladder surgery.The surgeon said the reason i had such a large cut was because they had to make sure there were no gallstones trapped between where the gallbladder was & down toward my stomach.They found no trapped stones but the surgeon said it happens.If your surgeon didn't explore for furthur stones you should talk to your doctor.They can find any stones that were left,if that is the case.Wish i could help more.Hope it turns out ok.I remember how bad the attacks hurt!!
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When my gallbladder gave me problems I was having stomache pain and diarria, plus heartburn. It got to the point that the pain in my upper stomache got so bad I couldn't sleep-it was worse at night. After a few hrs of pain it would jsut stop. I had an upper GI test and they found out it was full of stones and wasn't even working. i've read that sometimes too much calcium causes the stones and i've wondered if all the vitamins i took while I was pregnant didn't help cause it. Both my sister and I had our gallbladders remover shortly after having our first child.\nYou'll know if you need ot have it out. I was fortunate to have my first major attack after I was laready scheduled for surgery to have it removed. My sister had several attacks before her Dr figured it out and the pain was so horrible she fell to the floor in pain and we had to take her to the ER where they gave her Morphine to dull the pain.
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There can be two reasons, depending on the how much time ago was it removed:\n1. Can be because, if it was not long ago, your nervous terminals are still pretty sensible or the area is inflamed stimulating surrounding nervous terminals, which can cause the pain.\n2. And most probable, is that you still have gallstones (If you had the surgery for that reason) that are making damage to the biliary duct. \nGo to your doctor, and have him check that out!
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I have had my gall bladder removed because of gall bladder disease.  Here i show it went ..\n\nI started having just unusual discomfort in my upper stomach that would last for a while and then go away.  Over time this progressed to pain which was a very uncomfortable sort of pain which would last for a while and then go away.  Then nausea and vomiting began to accompany the pain and each bout of gall bladder attack got longer and longer, more than an hour.\nMy family doc advised me to go to emergency when I had one of these attacks and they would be able to check then to see if it was gall bladder for sure.  An ultrasound can identify if you have gall stones.  When they did they found out I had pancreatitis, which is life threatening.  I had to sty in hospital until my gall bladder was removed.  \n\nThe only thing I should add is that I live in Canada so going to the hospital, etc., doesn't cost anything.
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Gall Bladder surgery IS a nessecary thing.  I had mine removed about 6 months ago, as a medical emergency.  My gall bladder contained over 100 stones, and was so full of bile, it almost killed me.  I didn't even think there was anything wrong with me.  One night I started throwing up violently, so I was taken to the ER.  After several tests, it was determined that I had Pancreatitis, caused by my overflowing, and inactive Gall Bladder.  Since I've had it out, I have felt great, and had NO complications.
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I have the same problem.  The most probable things is that you have bile stones or are suffering from something else along the same lines.  You should see a GI and be aware that you can have more of those horrid pain attacks that will send you to the ER.  This is a good group on Yahoo to give you more info.  You will also need to modify your diet and cut out caffine, sugars etc.  Check this group out it is a blessing.  ThePancreatitisPlace.  Go to yahoo home page and click groups and look for it.  I think it maybe 3 seperate words or one long one.  Good luck.  Oh and stay away from Vicodin and Morphine they will send you into the worse attacks of your life.
456812
There's really nothing else other than surgery, I had my gallbladder removed it's a simple surgery and believe you me it is totally worth it, no more gallbladder attacks.
547911
Since your sister had her gall blabber removed, She is likely like many others with gallstones- over weight.  Obesity carries with it the risk of fatty liver disease or syndrome.  Fat collects on the liver and impedes its function, causing a jump in the level of enzymes.  The enzymes mean the liver is working harder.\n\nRemoval of the gall bladder may be increasing the workload on the liver or there may be an infectious process going on such a hepetitis.
1012234
Could be your gallbladder. I felt like I was having a heart attack.\n\nHope you find out soon.
819358
IT could be your gall bladder, depending on which side it is on...and then again, just gas..but in a case like this,..it is best to get a doctors valuable opinion....try to change your diet to stop eating fatty foods for a while, and see if it stops..but in the meantime, you should go to a doctor if you can afford it
574140
No fatty foods !!!  Milk fat is very bad...  \nYou gall bladder stores bile and it's the bile that helps digest fatty foods.  There fore when you eat fatty foods you gall bladder squeezes to pump out the bile and presses on the stones.\nThis can be so painful at times that it can even feel like a heart attack and it is easily mistaken for one.  \n\nI had mine removed and I can now eat anything I want with out any problems.  Your body still produces the bile but the surgeon will connect it directly to the GI tract so you have very little to no change from before the surgery.\n\nCheesesteaks have never been so good!!!\n\nIf you need more info mail me\nJerry
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Yes, gallbladder pain can radiate.  It can feel like back pain or even stomach cramps, and can make you feel short of breath (called Murphy's sign).  And if you get a colon cleanse with an inflammed/infected gallbladder, like the first guy said, it could rupture and you may die a slow and horrible death of peritonitis.  Have you had an ultrasound of the actual gallbladder?  This can bother you even when you are not eating, and intermittant pain can be a sign of passing the gall stones.  I have done this a few times and it was the worst pain I ever felt in my life, even worse than child birth.  There are the five F's risk factors of gallbladder disease:  Female, Fat, Fertile, Family history, and over Forty.  If you have more than three, you should get rechecked, especailly if you have had a baby recently (that IS IF you are a female).
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I know you said you've already had you're gallbladder tested,but I am suggesting you get it tested again by a urologist.The reason behind this is because he/she can do a test involving dye injected into your gallbladder to see if it is even working.I had the same symptoms for years and had this test done,found out I had a diskenetic(none working gallbladder)that caused me a great deal of pain.I had the laproscopic surgery to have it removed and no longer have that pain.Best wishes on finding out results!
1028043
This does not sound like Gallbladder disease. I would suggest seeing a doctor ASAP. This sounds more serious, and I really do not want to speculate at this time as to what I think it is. PLEASE, PLEASE go to the doctor. Your health is important!!
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My mom had that too!!! It's called gall bladder. read more to find out. maybe your mom has that but check for the Symptoms!!!! good luck!!   \n\nhttp://www.lexisherbs.com/gall_symptoms.htm\n\nAlso if your not sure it's gall bladder and really wanna help your mom and think it's kidney stones loOK at this website to give you more info!!! i hope she will be ok!!! also take her to the doctor that's what my mom did and she got  surgery and she was OK she could of died if i didn't push her to the emergency room!!! you can do it to. It's the only way to find out the truth maybe you'll find out it's nothing  or maybe you'll find out it's a big deal and you'll be so thankful you took her their to keep her!!! be fast do it before it's too late!!!! best wishes!!! \n\n Sorry this is the website!!\n\nhttp://www.morehead.org/wellconnected/000081_3.htm
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Registered Nurse here; The symptoms can vary from vague to intense.  One may feel nausea after meals for months, others may have acute pain, in the abdominal area, radiating down either side, and through to the back and across the shoulders.  Actually, an acute gallbladder attack can mimic similar symptoms as those of a Myocardial Infraction (heart attack).  The Hallmark signs that something is ad-mist with your gallbladder. Is nausea, vomiting and pain.  Thanks for the opportunity to address such a well written question.
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I would be concerned and go see a doctor. That doesn't sound good. I had the procedure done about 5 years ago and never had a problem.