Surgical removal of the gallbladder is regarded as an effective type of therapy for gallstones. The gallbladder is a tiny digestive organ that sits just behind the liver. The gallbladder serves as a storage facility for bile. When you eat, your gallbladder releases some bile into the small intestines, which helps in breaking down fats.
Gallbladder removal is called a cholecystectomy. You can have your gallbladder removed for several reasons like
- Cholecystitis (Infection)
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder polyps
When one goes through gallbladder surgery there are a lot of things that one needs to change especially changes in their diet and food habits. As the gallbladder is the digestive organ it creates some difficulties while breaking down some kind of food items and thus need a change in dietary habits. Here are some of the changes which will help your body to adjust to changes in the way bile is released:
- Limit your fat intake
- Foods to approach with moderation include: Fried foods, Chips, Chocolate, Full-fat milk, yoghurt or cheese, Cream
- Eat regular, especially small portions throughout the day
- Limit your caffeine
The main question people ask after a Cholecystectomy is, Will the gallbladder removal affect my life expectancy?
Whether you have a gallbladder or not it doesn’t have any impact on your life expectations.
The bottom line
You can definitely live without a gallbladder. This also shouldn’t have any effect on your life expectations. If anything, the dietary changes you will need to make may even help you live a longer and healthier life. We at Zen hospital can help you get the right treatment along with post-surgical treatment too. So give us a visit today.