2006-09-26 10:46:25 · 11 answers · asked by Danielle L 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
I had one in 1985. The first day was very uncomfortable. But now, with new technique, it isn't that bad. They probably will send you home the same day. I had to stay 5 days. Good luck.
2006-09-26 10:53:06 · answer #1 · answered by elgil 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a very common surgery for older females. Most of the pain comes from the gas they inject into you (CO2) to help the surgery. It will take a day or so for the gas to dissolve out of your body. Most of the discomfort will be around the shoulder area. You will also feel some muscle pain from the openings. After about 2 days rest, you will be able to walk about with ease. I would recommend having someone to look after you the first two days. In a week or so, you will be back to normal. If you can afford to take a week off work, you should do so.
There will be a total of 4 small scars on you with the largest one around 2-3 inches.
2006-09-26 11:00:09 · answer #2 · answered by galactic_man_of_leisure 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi Honey,,, it is nothing to it now.... they will make 3 very small incisions in you right lower side,, they may have to shave you,, unless you do that yourself..
I promise it will not hurt that bad,,, and it is almost outpatient surgery now days,, if not already...
Take it easy,, use a pillow to hold against yourself when sitting up ,, it helps,,, and in about a week you will feel so much better...
Stay away from greasy food !!!!! without the gallbladder,, the gall , which is what cuts the greasy food in the intestine will make you have to go to the bathroom ,, quickly...
If you need more info,,, just ask... but you will be fine ....
good luck
2006-09-26 10:54:05 · answer #3 · answered by eejonesaux 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My youngest daughter underwent emergency gall bladder surgery in January. A stone the size of a whiffle ball was trying to tear it's way out of her gall bladder, and in the process was tearing the gall bladder and the bile duct. Because my daughter has a heart condition it was decided to open her up to retrieve the gall bladder. The doctor told her that it ended up being the best decision, because of the sheer size of the gall stones that were in there. Her incision line is only 3 inches long, located about halfway up her midriff, right of center.
My daughter said that when she woke up from the anaesthetic, the sheer relief from that pain was immense. She felt pounds lighter, and healthier than she had in years.
Most gall bladder surgery isn't done invasively, as my daughter's was, any more. They usually have three small incision points. One to insert air to expand the abdominal wall. One to provide light to the surgical zone. And the third to insert small instruments through a tube to the surgical site to do the work. One of the incision will be high up on your midriff on the right. The other will be at your pubic hair line. The third will be beside your belly button. If they decide to close with stitches there will only be one inside and one outside. Usually these days they use surgical glue.
The recovery from this surgery is just a couple of days. Nothing at all to be scared or worried about. And you won't ever have to endure those excruciating gall stone attacks again.
As you can probably tell, I know quite a bit about this. It's because I too have to have this surgery done. I am only waiting for an opening to become available.
2006-09-26 11:03:51 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wife had GB surgery not long ago said it was nothing they used a keyhole incision and she was out in a day. Be very sure to tell the doctors the truth about any conditions or habits you might have. They are not going to tell anyone and if you happen to be a drug user the anesthesiologist can take that into account and it will be no problem. Never lie to your doc or APN.
2006-09-26 10:56:39 · answer #5 · answered by oldhippypaul 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The simple answer is , it doesn't . REALLY ! Not to worry. The pain you have had from that thingy is far worse than anything you'll experience post-op .. A friend of mine had that procedure done a few weeks ago and was walking to the cafeteria 4hrs later! Naturally, you're nervous, as well you should be, but there is NO reason to be frightened ... it's as about as safe a procedure as you an have .. ( other than having a tooth pulled )
2006-09-26 11:00:27 · answer #6 · answered by pocono58 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had mine out in 2002. They did the laproscopic procedure on me. Did it as an outpatient surgery. I hurt for a few days and looked like someone shot me in four locations. But it was much better then the excruciating pain I was experiencing earlier.
2006-09-26 10:53:49 · answer #7 · answered by J.D. 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not too bad. Make sure you talk with the Dr. before surgery about your fear of pain and ask what are your options for pain medication. Good Luck
2006-09-26 10:57:04 · answer #8 · answered by Didi S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had mine out 2 years ago. The main part that bothered me is they did it outpatient. I ended up going home and throwing up all night from the anastitic. If at all possible ask how long you can stay if you have problems.
2006-09-26 10:57:23 · answer #9 · answered by Shannon P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's not so bad. dont worry, you can use the hospital time to brush up on your english.
2006-09-26 10:53:53 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋