Gallstones and Cholecystitis - Signs, Symptoms And Treatment

In this episode the surgeons interview a guest General Surgeon. Gallbladder disease is discussed including gallbladder surgery.

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[lisaglavin]

Had 3 attacks in the past 3 weeks…the pain starts in my stomach and radiates to my back…so much pain!!! I’m scheduled to meet with a surgeon tomorrow. This video helped calm my fears…never have had surgery in my 55 years.🙏🏻🙏🏻

[veronicarodriguez]

I just got my gallbladder taken out yesterday, it was a fast procedure and a very common one. The first two days you feel soar and in some pain. The gas pain you feel it accumulate into your neck and shoulders. Been on liquids only and Been able to tolerate it without nauseous or vomiting.. Overall it's been everything I imagine with an organ being gone. Time heals I hope everyone out there having attacks goes to the Dr. And take lead on your health. The world needs the best of you, so start with your health.

[gloriasiess]

I have had 3 gallbladdar episodes with severe pain and sudden onset; it felt worse than my miscarriage years ago. I am getting ready to have it removed soon. Thank you for your encouraging discussion.

[jennibean]

I was misdiagnosed for almost 2 years. My provider left the practice and I had a new Doc and the first thing he did was an ultrasound. Hello gallstones. I see a surgeon in a couple of weeks. I think the pain was worse than my labor!!! Thanks for doing these informational videos.

[julejustjule]

For anyone waiting for surgery when the attack first starts get on your hands and knees (I would do it on my bed) then drop down your arms so your shoulders are on the bed and your butt is in the air and lay there for a few minutes. Sometimes I was able to pop the stone out of where it was caught and end the pain immediately. I'd say for me this helped 50% of the time which was great as my surgery kept getting cancelled and I had to go to the ER a couple of times. That pain is unbelievable! But when the stone pops out its like someone just flipped a switch and the pain is gone for the time being. I hope this can help others like it helped me. Great videos doctors! Too funny sometimes. :-D

[sapodilla]

I cried about it for 1.5 years before they really did a proper CT scan and found gallstones. Its really bad pain after fatty or acidic food. My surgery took 3 hours because they were really careful and my GB was squished way into the corner of the ribcage. You'll have either yellow stones or black stones. My life became 100x better after getting them out.

[krazyazgirl]

Thank for not dodging the questions we really wanted answers to! Excellent content.

[djkrahl]

I had my gall bladder out 22 years ago at age 36. My Dr. did not think it was serious and did not want to refer me to a specialist. Ultimately I ended up in the hospital with pancreatitis. That was a lesson in being my own health advocate. There has been one side effect for me: I don't tolerate fatty foods very well. I have to be careful with what I eat. This is probably a good thing as my diet is healthier as a result. Also, it has been determined that there is a slightly higher risk of colon cancer in people who have had their gallbladder removed. Just another reason to get that colonoscopy. Thank you for the video, I wish it had been available when I was sick, would have saved me a lot of pain.

[WakeMeUpInVegas]

Got my gallbladder removed last week. I'm day 5 of recovery and so far so good. The post op poopoo train trips aren't fun. But my surgeon said that should settle down. Pain wise it's NOTHING compared to an attack or my recent trip to hospital for acute pancreatitis.

[foziaa]

Worst pain I'd ever experienced in my life. Wouldn't wish it on anyone.

[bradpeterson]

Three times I had to go to the ER, because the pain was so severe. I heard a woman once say it was worse than childbirth. I'm just happy i had my gall bladder removed. I've had no issues with eating or my bowel movements since.

[DarraghC]

I had gallstone pain for months and ignored it (usually after eating heavy meals). On a point to note, it was in the centre underneath my breastbone, the pain was never on the right hand side. It felt like a lot of intense pressure building up that would suddenly disappear. Anyway, I ignored it too long. Ended up with severe acute pancreatitis, cholangitis, and a couple of other organ infections/complications (and a lot of pain). Long story short, I was lucky with no lasting damage. Am still recovering from surgery but am on the mend. Bowel movements are still a lil odd 3 weeks later but are settling down now. I would recommend you get your gallstones seen too sooner rather than later.

[MzGumby]

Been having attacks off and on for almost two years now. Doctors kept misdiagnosing me. Had to keep getting second opinions. Finally got an ultra sound this morning that revealed I have gallstones. Now I've been recommended to have a HIDA scan done. The flare ups from these attacks are so painful, and I've gone through them with no pain meds. Never thought I have something called biliary colic, but here I am. Can't wait for this pain and issue to be over with. Thanks for the video,

[marcellopapini]

Great work fellas. As a gall stone sufferer, this was great info!

[emxsle]

these attacks are one of the worst pains i’ve felt. i’m supposed to be getting the surgery this week to finally get it removed, i literally do not wish this upon anyone.
update: i had my surgery August 12th, it honestly hurt pretty bad once i woke up and on the second day i reacted really bad to the anesthesia and threw up multiple times. after that was over, i felt better. didn’t eat for 3 days though. after around a week and a half my pain was completely gone!

[PMChannel.]

I have been having painful back pain. Went to physical therapy and the pain mildly improved. It was difficult to bend and hard to get up. Went for a CT scan for my back and surprising one of the results was gallbladder removal. I did not have any pain on the right side. It is kind of scary. I will ask my doctor if the back pain was an actual symptom of the gallbladder issue.

[sooz]

Thank you very much for helping us to understand more about medical conditions that may or do affect some of us. None of us want to be ignorant of how to stay healthy! 🧡

[mlively]

Great video and explanation on issues with the gallbladder. I was just diagnosed with gallstones and awaiting for an appointment with the surgeon. I have experiencing periodic pain with one visit to the ER. After listening to your video I will be electing to have surgery.

[rebekahj.]

Had mine removed in January and the gallbladder attacks where the worst pain that I’ve ever felt in my life I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy.

[guastellaj]

I am having my surgery on may 11th and omg I can’t wait. I have gone to urgent care and emergency room because of the pain once. This is legit the worst pain I’ve ever experienced.