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Postcholecystectomy Syndrome

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Postcholecystectomy syndrome sometimes occurs when symptoms develop after surgery was done to remove the gallbladder (cholecystectomy).

Symptoms of postcholecystectomy syndrome may include:

  • Nausea and vomiting.
  • Gas, bloating, and diarrhea.
  • Persistent pain in the upper right belly.

Your doctor may be able to give you medicine to help with some of these symptoms.

If pain continues, you may have a problem caused by something other than the gallbladder or a gallstone. Other possible causes of belly pain include irritable bowel syndrome, stomach (peptic) ulcers, or pancreatitis.

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Current as of: October 1, 2026

Author: WebMD Ignite Staff

Clinical Review Board
All WebMD Ignite education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.

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