Removal of the gallbladder is just as serious as any other surgery. Once you have had the surgery, your life may change. These changes may lead to lifestyle changes, including the way you eat. This occurs because you may experience pain or soreness after your surgery. Foods that you once ate may now make you sick. These symptoms may lead to weight loss.
Digestive Problems
Once your gallbladder is removed, your body may not digest the way it used to. Your body may now have problems digesting certain food that you may never have had problems with in the past. This may lead to weight loss.
Diarrhea
After the gallbladder is removed, the digestive system changes. These changes may lead to severe diarrhea. When the patient eats, he may have to empty the bowels. This can happen several times a day. Severe diarrhea will lead to weight loss.
Appetite
Your appetite may decrease after having your gallbladder removed. Certain foods may make you feel nauseated, which may lead to a decreased appetite. You can help this situation by eating foods that do not make you feel sick. You may find that greasy foods put you over the edge and you may begin to stick to more healthy foods.
Unusual
After gallbladder surgery, weight loss is not common. However, this symptom has been reported, especially when you are having severe diarrhea.
What Can You Do?
To help with the new digestive issues, stick with healthy foods and foods that are not spicy. Stay away from fatty and fried foods. Take a multivitamin to help with the loss of vitamins due to diarrhea. If your symptoms persist or get worse, discuss options with your doctor.
