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Can Loss Of Muscle Mass Be Due To The Removal Of Gallbladder?
I had my gallbladder removed 13 months ago. I have slowly lost 25 pounds over the last year. without trying. I have had normal bowel movements since the surgery, eat a gluten free diet, and am getting concerned about the reason for the weight loss. I am now loosing muscle mass. I weighed 145 before surgery and now weight 125.
Tue, 10 Dec 2019
Hello,
Many patients lose a little weight after having a cholecystectomy. There are several strategies, including exercise and diet, that can be used to make this short-term weight loss a more permanent change. I suggest to eat a bland diet right after surgery. The body will still produce bile after the gallbladder is removed. Physical activity is important but take it slow.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Many patients lose a little weight after having a cholecystectomy. There are several strategies, including exercise and diet, that can be used to make this short-term weight loss a more permanent change. I suggest to eat a bland diet right after surgery. The body will still produce bile after the gallbladder is removed. Physical activity is important but take it slow.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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