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Had Gallbladder Removed, No Complications. Have Constant Feeling Of Gnawing In Stomach. Normal?

Posted on Tue, 3 Sep 2013

Question: I had my Gallbladder removed on 9/8/13 - no complications. Laprascopically. I have constant feeling of gnawing in my stomach (like a feeling of hunger). Normal?

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (10 minutes later)

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It could be gastritis from the drugs – usually NSAID)
Watch the stool – black or green may mean occult bleeding...
Proton Pump Inhibitors (like Omeprazole for short term), Antacid, antispasmodic will help
If it persists, you should see your doctor
Wishing speedy recovery

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (0 minute later)

Nothing to add.

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
It could be due to drug induced gastritis.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
The other expert has already given the answer.
Would you like to know anything else?

The gnawing pain you experience following laparascopic cholecystectomy is not normal. The most likely cause is gastritis due to medications given following surgery.
As per the suggestions given by the previous expert, you may consider taking medications like omeprazole.

If there is no relief, you may have to undergo an endoscopy for assessment of your symptoms.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr.Ratnakar Kini

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T