Gallbladder Surgery Explained - Complications and Recovery

Im 4 days post op from this surgery... for anyone who is scared, the pain is nothing like having a gallstone attack! I hope this helps and you got this ❤

I’ve never had digestive issues, never had gallbladder attacks, none of these issues run in my family. One day I ate at hooters and got the worst food poisoning I’ve ever had in my 25 years of life...I ended up with Salmonella and due to that, 8 months later I had to have this done. When they went in, my gallbladder was shriveled up like a raisin. They said it was operating at 0% when they did my HIDA scan.... guys I went from operating just fine to a dead gallbladder. We need to be more cautious of the stuff we eat 100%. I’ll never trust anyone fully to cook my food unless I see them prepare it and can monitor the temperatures at which it’s cooking. I’ll also never eat dairy or gluten or processed junk or sugar again lol half because it makes me feel sick to my stomach now and half because I don’t ever want my body to be as compromised as it was when it overloaded my gallbladder. I’m only eating healthy things so that if I get sick like that ever again then my body will be able to bounce back and fight it off. We only have one body and so many organs guys so please be careful with them.

Thank you for posting this video Doc. I am in the hospital as I type this and have a much better understanding of what is going on, and less fear of the unknown.

I'm glad I found this video. This was really insightful. I was just diagnosed with acute cholecystitis but given antibiotics for two weeks. At the time in the hospital, I really didn't want to do the surgery but after seeing this I understand the pros and cons of the surgery and might opt for it. So thank you!

My surgery is in 2 hours. My surgeon has not told me NOTHING. Im glad I found you.

Kinda ironic that the run time of this video and the information it contains is about ten times more info than the surgeon who did my surgery shared with me. Would have felt a lot more confident knowing why the surgery was being done if the whole process didn't feel so rushed. This was really great.

Had my surgery last week. Excellent explanation with out much technical words. Easy to understand. Nice smile Dr

Thank you. Had it done today. Looking forward to a swift recovery. Your information is very helpful

Thank you so much for doing this video. I'm having this surgery in a few days, and I've been nervous about it. Your thorough explanations of everything really helped put my mind at ease.

I had my gallbladder removed yesterday. I’m home now recovering. Thank you for explaining this subject so well. I was concerned about the changes I would have to make. You have put me at ease now.

I had my gallbladder removed yesterday 6/28/23 . Worst pain ever I had experienced ! . Now , I am Home from the hospital and the discomfort is more manageable than the actual pain ! . Best of luck for anyone who’s going to be getting their gallbladder out and wish you a speedy recovery ❤️‍🩹 ❤.

Awesome video, very helpful and informative 👍

Hi! Home POD 1 s/p cholecystectomy for hypoactive gallbladder (gallbladder dyskinesia). Had HIDA scan which showed EF of 14%. Ultrasound and 2 CT scans (also done because I am obese and ultrasounds were non optimal studies) showed no stones at all but ? sludging on 1 CT and fatty liver (steatohepatitis). No lab abnormalities whatsoever. I had chronic r subscapular pain, and RUQ and R side discomfort that was constant. I am home now and all my preoperative symptoms are gone. I am hurting less from the laparoscopic cholecystectomy done yesterday, than I was from the preoperative symptoms! Yay! I am waiting for the fun to begin with the new bowel changes! Thought your video was great Dr. Parker! You are performing a valuable service to people and thanks for that! God Bless you Doc!

Doctor: Just had the lypo gallbladder operation and doing great....Thanks for your explanation of the procedure...!!

Male 31 here. Had mine out 3 days ago. So far feel sore in abdominal area both near incisions and internally(but much better since day 1). Will update you all in 10 days... Ok so it’s 3 weeks post surgery. Wounds have healed, but obviously still have the marks and still sensitive to touch.. On top I feel fine, but still a bit of soreness and tenderness under the skin where the incisions were made. Other then that I am able to eat most things and thankfully do not feel any digestive discomfort.. Will keep you all posted at the 8-10 week mark. Ok so it’s been a good 5 months post surgery. I believe the surgery was a success and I have recovered. I can eat anything. I no longer feel bloated after eating oily/fatty foods or any food for that matter. I never realised the stones were the reason for so many discomforts after eating or in general (but mainly after eating) such as bloating, pain and discomfort.

I have my surgical consult this morning. Your video has really put my mind at ease over surgery.

Thank you so much for this wonderful explanation! Well done and so helpful.

I’m having a consultation with a surgeon today because of my gallbladder (gallstones). This video is really awesome and informative!

Thank you Dr.Parker for explaining it in such a wonderful manner.

Great explaining ! I love your videos you answered all my questions .