Recently undergoing gallbladder surgery or cholecystectomy, often leads to questions about its impact on weight and diet. The gallbladder, a small organ storing bile for fat digestion alters the bile’s flow from the liver directly to the small intestine. This change can result in a laxative effect, causing symptoms like diarrhea, gas, and bloating. Post-surgery, … Read more
Gallbladder removal surgery is a common procedure usually performed due to the presence of gallstones, gallbladder inflammation, or other gallbladder-related issues. The gallbladder is a small organ that plays a role in digestion, particularly in the breakdown of fats. Its removal can lead to changes in the digestive process, which in turn can impact body … Read more
Throughout my years of experience as an internal medicine physician, it’s often the behind-the-scenes battles that intrigue me most. The complex, unspoken stories of procedures and innovations that save lives and reshape destinies. One such tale is of the Altemeier Procedure, a surgical procedure less recognized by the general public but fundamentally significant in the … Read more