Each year, about a million people opt for surgery to have their gallbladder removed. This can happen for various reasons – for example, maybe their gallbladder is inflamed, or they developed gallstones. Unless removed, gallbladder problems can lead to symptoms like indigestion, pain, diarrhea, constant nausea, and more. Gallbladder removal surgery is usually the recommended [...]
Hernias are more common than you may think. About 20 million hernias are repaired every year, and not all of them are completely addressed. Some people live their whole lives with hernia, as they are not necessarily bothered by the symptoms. But what exactly is a hernia, and how do you get one? Most importantly, [...]
Every year, about a million people have their gallbladder removed surgically. However, only a few experience complications after gallbladder surgery, especially as laparoscopic procedures have become more common. About 0.5% to 6% of people have to deal with these complications, some of them requiring medical attention. If performed correctly, gallbladder surgery should heal smoothly within [...]
After hernia surgery, you are bound to experience a couple of side effects. Until the wound heals, you will likely feel twinging and pulling, along with a few cramps whenever you move. But how long does it take to recover from hernia surgery? When will you be able to perform your daily tasks? There is [...]
If you have issues with your gallbladder, such as the development of gallstones, then Dr. Patrick Moore may recommend taking it out. The gallbladder is an organ you can easily live without, but its removal may require you to make some diet changes. But what will your diet after gallbladder surgery be like? What foods [...]
Hernias are very common, and 20 million hernia repairs are performed every year all over the world. A hernia is not usually dangerous, and sometimes, you can go through life without being bothered by it at all, but in other cases, it can cause some discomfort. But how do you know you are dealing with [...]
Out of all the organs in your body, the gallbladder is often overlooked. Similar to the appendix, you know it’s there, but maybe you don’t know why it’s there, and you only notice its presence when it starts causing you problems. So, what exactly is the gallbladder and what does it do for you? In [...]
No matter how old you are, you know about the numerous benefits of regular exercise. Whether at the gym, in a class, at the park, or in your living room, more and more people are devoting themselves to an active and healthy lifestyle. While exercise can help give you the toned and fit body you [...]
Coffee. Some people love it, some people hate it, and some people can’t live without it…even when they should. When you have gallbladder issues, you’re always on the hunt to find out what causes the pain or what you can do to prevent the pain. But, as a coffee drinker, you probably haven’t given it [...]
No one looks forward to a surgical procedure, no matter what the reason for the procedure may be. Even when we’re in pain from a medical issue, surgery is a scary ordeal that many people will try to avoid at all costs. However, not undergoing a surgical procedure when it is necessary can create many [...]