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    Gastric Sleeve Member AnnieG's Avatar
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    Default Re: Gallbladder out. Yes or no?

    I had already had mine out the prior year, because of ridiculous gall stones....but interesting information.
    [I]HW: 240 lbs SW: 199 lbs GW: 140 lbs

    1 MO = 167.0 2 MO = 156.4 3 MO = 148.4 4 MO = 140.6
    5 M) = 136.0 6 MO = 130.0
    1 YR = 122.0 2 YR = 140.00 2.5 YR = 139
    Happy with my weight; happy with my size; over-the-moon with my health!

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    Gastric Sleeve Member Stacey03's Avatar
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    Default Re: Gallbladder out. Yes or no?

    My surgeon said that 20-25% of people have gall bladder issues so he doesn't take them out.


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    Gastric Sleeve Member shrinkvi's Avatar
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    Default Re: Gallbladder out. Yes or no?

    My doctor also puts patients on gallstone meds for 6 months after surgery. I think it's called Actigall. He specifically mentioned that he does not combine gallbladder removal with VSG.

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    Gastric Sleeve Member Christie13's Avatar
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    Default Re: Gallbladder out. Yes or no?

    I did not but I know that some people have issues post op and need to have their gall bladder removed. I think if I was given that choice I would have said yes. So far I have been lucky to not have any issues with my gall bladder. But I think I would be bummed if I had to have another surgery to remove it. So me personally....I would remove it. Just my opinion.



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    Default Re: Gallbladder out. Yes or no?

    Quote Originally Posted by Christie13 View Post
    I did not but I know that some people have issues post op and need to have their gall bladder removed. I think if I was given that choice I would have said yes. So far I have been lucky to not have any issues with my gall bladder. But I think I would be bummed if I had to have another surgery to remove it. So me personally....I would remove it. Just my opinion.
    Thank you Christie13. I had the exact, same thought. I have a few days to decide.



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    Default Re: Gallbladder out. Yes or no?

    I am on Actigall/ursodiol as well, for six months. Gallbladder removal was not discussed. The NP at my one week post-op visit just asked if I've previously had GB problems, which I haven't, then she wrote the prescription.

    I will keep the advice about fatty foods in mind!



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    Default Re: Gallbladder out. Yes or no?

    First I would want the statistics of how many people actually need their gallbladder out after surgery. I can not believe it is that high if I had my surgery at a Center of Excellence in the states and it was not even mentioned. And even if it's say 20%, that means 80% of use will be fine. No way would I remove an organ in my body if it was not necessary.

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