I am a 41 yr old male. I had my gallbladder removed about 6-8 yrs ago. For most of that time, I have been having persistent gas, and diarrhea within about an hour after I eat. Usually, it is when I have breakfast late, around lunchtime, or a big meal out at a restaraunt. I remember a time when I could eat pancakes and have chocolate milk and be fine. If I try that now, I get an emergency trip to the bathroom within about 30-45 minutes after eating. Is this a common problem after this surgery? What can I do to have pancakes again? Will this ever subside? Help.