Cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of the gall bladder. Traditional open methods or newer laparoscopic methods can be used based on the need for surgery. Gallbladder removal is done in case of gall stones, presence of infection, or in case of cancer. Risk factors of this surgery are bleeding, infection, injury to the bile duct or liver, etc.
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What diet should I follow after cholecystectomy?
Query: Hello doctor, I underwent a cholecystectomy yesterday. I am eating only fluids since yesterday. Kindly suggest a diet for one month. Thanks. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Kindly avoid the following for three months: 1) Avoid milk items. 2) All non-vegetarian foods and eggs. 3) Packed foods like biscuits and bread. 4) All fried food. 5) Eat green leafy vegetables, lentils, and curries with not more than one teaspoon of oil and mad... Read Full »