abdominal pain

[book15]

Why would I have constant pain after having my gallbladder removed two years ago? What should I do about it?

[Banned1]

Are you feeling any better at all? I've been wondering how you are doing and if there's been any improvement.

All the best,

Sam

[Banned1]

It's astounding to me how many thousands of people are suffering from similar problems before and after gallbladder surgery. I know next to nothing about this stuff but there is a fantastic resource that I've found very helpful called "The First Principles of Gastroenterology":  http://www.cag-acg.org/uploads/firstprinciples/english.html.  You can either save EACH CHAPTER so you can search it or view it online at no cost without registration or BS.  It is easy to read and understand and you can search for terms specific to your situation.  Chapter 12 deals with the Biliary System and the various problems and their symptoms.  It's up to you to find out what does and, more importantly, does NOT apply to your situation.  You're welcome to read my journal (www.medhelp.org/user_journals/list/469934?sort_by=title) if you want, although no two situations are identical.  I've also found it really helpful to keep a journal.  There's one on your home page and it's a great way to review your situation objectively and identify patterns in your symptoms and pain level.  Hindsight is 20/20 and keeping a log might help you look at things more objectively.  It's really difficult to deal with chronic pain without trying to go it alone.  And believe me, you're not alone!  Try to stay positive and reach out for support.  Talk to your Doctor, your family and/or friends, co-workers, church or social service volunteers.  Take care of yourself.  Good luck and Godspeed.

[ayri]

hi, this is common for some people, your case could just be stones stuck in the main bile duct which were not picked up when they scanned you, see your gp.