loose stools
diarrhea
bloating
abdominal discomfort
nausea
increased gas
Health Conditionsdifficulty tolerating very fatty meals
These problems often improve as the digestive system adapts.
Eating smaller portions and temporarily limiting very high-fat foods may make recovery more comfortable.
1. Bile Acid Diarrhea
One of the better-recognized digestive problems after gallbladder removal is persistent diarrhea related to bile acids.
Without the gallbladder storing bile between meals, bile enters the intestine more continuously. In some people, excess bile acids reach the colon, where they can stimulate water secretion and bowel movements.
Possible symptoms include:
watery diarrhea
urgent bowel movements
frequent stools
abdominal cramping
symptoms that become worse after eating
This condition is sometimes called bile acid diarrhea or bile acid malabsorption.
