Thank you so much for your response. I'm so glad you are functioning well now. You've been through a lot and for such a long period of time. How'd you get through it? It's really tough. What anti-sickness medicine has worked for you? I've tried some but they either don't work or make me sleepy so I can't function. It's really hard to because I feel there is no support from doctors to help you deal with these symptoms. The only thing they can do is prescribe medicine. My doctor acts like he's never heard of it taking this long to feel better after gallbladder removal. You feel so alone dealing with it and it gets depressing. I am thankful for this forum and being able to talk with others who understand what you are going through and can offer some insight.
do you mean at 7 months your energy was back? you were able to function normally? Also, where you ever light-headed? if yes, what helped you ?
Hi Josephine 5, My blocked gas does go away gradually on its on, but I do take gas relief pills to help at times. Blocked gas hurts, so I try to help it along. : ) What I try not to eat is fried food ..I stay away from it as much as possible because it causes me issues, such as diarrhea & chest pains. Hamburger is another culprit for me, so I eat that very seldom. I love salsa & chips, but 2 wks ago, I had salsa twice within that time frame and it caused diarrhea both times; I mean stomach pain / cramps, that has never happened to me with eating salsa .... so now I know I can't eat that. It's a process of elimination. I love soups, veggies, chicken, turkey, sandwiches, salads, it just depends on taste. I drink a lot of water with lemon slices / juice.
Hi Josephine 5, My energy level came back gradually, but I have a handicapped son, so I had no choice but to get up and move because I had to take care of him. I'm functioning normal, but I was depressed afterwards because I was having all these pains & issues. I still get chest pains, pain where the gallbladder was at, gas, & nausea. I'm nauseated everyday, so I'm getting blood work done this week to check my liver function. I was never lightheaded, but I made sure I rested a lot after the surgery. It does get better, but it takes time. Trust me a few months back, I was a nervous wreck, depressed, and worried a lot. But, slowly I started feeling better, and plus I pushed myself a little each day. Hang in there!😊 Take care!
Hi Johnette 68, I take it one day at a time, and I pushed myself a little each day. I was prescribed promethazine, it helps me alot, but here lately the nausea has been daily and lasting all day, so I'm having blood work done, just to check my liver function. This forum to me provides that extra support & information for anyone having gall bladder surgery. Hang in there Johnette!
Take care!
Thank you Lynette! I hope your nausea gets better and settles down soon.
how many times a day were you eating before the 7 months post op? i am sorry for asking too many questions, i am just curious. because at 11 weeks i am still struggling to eat and i am weak and lightheaded with nausea. i even have stomach cramps.
Hi Josephine 5, For the first 3 weeks, I could only eat jell-o, applesauce, mash potatoes, and drink broth; I ate this twice a day or tried to. As time progressed, I slowly introduced other food textures. Everyone's experience will be different based on your body, but regardless of what your doctor say; seek medical attention if you need too. Take care!
thanks a lot. i am glad you are doing much better.
was your dad or is your husband ever lightheaded? had or has no energy whatsoever?
Hi Emily, how is your husband doing?
Hi, Johnette. Sorry for the late reply.
My husband is doing okay. His nausea still comes and goes, and he gets random pains similar to his gallbladder every once in a while. But the surgeon told him it was normal. He is slowly going back to eating regularly.
My dad didn't suffer from any lightheadedness or fatigue, but that symptom sometimes hits my husband, along with headaches. Not sure if it's related to the surgery. Hope you are improving.
what meds is your husband taking for the nausea?
how are you feeling now?
how are you feeling now?
He took Zofran, but it caused constipation.