What are you supposed to avoid after gallbladder surgery?
While modern, minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques allow patients to recover from gallbladder surgery within a matter of days, according to the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, the recovery period involves some temporary restrictions on activities and diet.Immediately Following SurgeryA post-operative patient takes only liquids after surgery, and she may have trouble keeping anything down during this period. Once she can tolerate the liquid diet, she may continue her recovery at home.Ongoing DietThe lack of a gallbladder may cause digestive complaints ranging from diarrhea to constipation in some patients. TargetWoman.com recommends avoiding processed or junk foods, following a low-fat diet, and getting adequate fluids and dietary fiber to ease digestion.CookingSince people lacking gallbladders can have trouble with fat digestion, patients should avoid cooking with more than 2 or 3 tsp. of oils each day.Activities (Laparoscopic Surgery)Patients must a
