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Two and a half years without a gallbladder

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  1. earino · · focus · HN ↗
    Ox bile supplementation was my biggest quality of life change after having my gall bladder removed. I unfortunately waited over a miserable decade before discovering it. I strongly encourage anyone who has had their gall bladder removed to look into this.
    1. EvanAnderson · · focus · HN ↗
      What were your symptoms that made you seek out bile replacement?

      I don't eat a ton of fatty foods post-cholecystectomy but when I do indulge I can't say I have problems. I have some acute intestinal distress now and again, but it seems like that's just as likely to occur for me after a vegan dish as, say, a burger or pizza.

      1. earino · · focus · HN ↗
        Basically ibs. Incredibly unpleasant bathroom urgency is the way I would describe it.
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