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What Causes Pain And Burning Sensation After Gall Bladder Removal Surgery?

Hi I had my gallbladder removed 5 weeks ago after 2-3 weeks I felt great. The last week I have had the worst pains which are coming and going. Below my bellybutton I have a burning sensation if I bend or lift it takes my breath away its that painful, I am also getting sharp stabbing pains to the right hand side of my lower stomach which are coming and going. If I cough, sneeze or am in the car they will appear again they literally make me gasp for breath with the pain but will only last a few seconds. I am meant to be going on holiday on Tuesday, do you think this could be anything to worry about?
Tue, 22 Mar 2016
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hi.

noted history of recent cholecystectomy and post-operative symptoms. it is best if you do a follow-up consult with your surgeon for physical examination and clinical evaluation. post-operative pain or discomfort usually happens during post-operative course, but pain is tolerable, resolving spontaneously. even those who has been operated on several years ago, occasionally experiences this. but to be sure, a consultation is best to rule out any underlying or new pathology for the presenting symptoms. diagnostics and management will be directed accordingly. analgesics and low fat diet is also recommended.

hope this helps.

good day!!

~dr.kaye
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What Causes Pain And Burning Sensation After Gall Bladder Removal Surgery?

hi. noted history of recent cholecystectomy and post-operative symptoms. it is best if you do a follow-up consult with your surgeon for physical examination and clinical evaluation. post-operative pain or discomfort usually happens during post-operative course, but pain is tolerable, resolving spontaneously. even those who has been operated on several years ago, occasionally experiences this. but to be sure, a consultation is best to rule out any underlying or new pathology for the presenting symptoms. diagnostics and management will be directed accordingly. analgesics and low fat diet is also recommended. hope this helps. good day!! ~dr.kaye