Gallstones Support Group

still having trouble afteward?

maryanne

Other then that the only issue I had was since I also have Pancreatitis I went back into the hospital for about a week 9 days after I had the Surgery. Basically from when they moved the organs around it caused me to get another attack from what the Doctor was saying. It was Acute around that time. Now it's considered Chronic Panreatits since I've been back in 2 more times after that at the present date.

I also get intestinal cramping. The doctor gave me a temporary prescription for the oddest med: It contains belladonna and phenobarbital. I still often have pain where my gallbladder used to be. The doctor said there's a chance that the duct going from the gallbladder and pancreas could be clogged with gallbladder matter. Sometimes I feel like my pancreas hurts. I'll be seeing my doctor this Thursday. I'm afraid I'm gonna be sent for tests *sigh*

Zadie

I've been told several times where the Gallbladder is but after reading your post it somewhat answers a question. I also get some intestinal cramping from time to time. The question I was talking about is this. You know how when someone loses a limb (arm or leg) the body or brain still thinks it's there...is it possible for the Ghost affect happen with internal parts.

I wonder if the intestinal pain you're having has to do with the excess bile (acid) in your system. In most cases (except for mine) it all balances out within 3 months. I do wonder though if any damage is done by this excess bile. I'm taking a (nasty) medication that absorbs this bile, but still have this cramping -- so yes, I wonder about any damage to the lining of the intestine. I'm going back to the doctor today and if I'm ordered into getting a colonoscopy I'm going to throw an adult tantrum ....

Zadie