Gallbladder Removal Guide: Diet, Side Effects & Recovery

Recovering from gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) requires a specific diet to manage nutrient absorption and prevent nausea. Patients should also monitor for B12 anemia and follow safety limits on weight lifting and exercise.

Gallbladder Removal Effects on Cholesterol

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Stephanie Chandler

The gallbladder, a small sac located in the abdomen near the liver, serves one function–to hold bile until the intestines need it for digestion. The most common disorder of the gallbladder, the formation of gallstones, can lead to gallbladder removal.