#post-cholecystectomy-syndrome
37 episodes
#4105: How Your Brainstem Can Learn a Wrong Pattern After Surgery
Bloating after gallbladder surgery isn't always gas. It's often a brainstem coordination problem called abdominophrenic dyssynergia.
#4091: When Water Hurts: Hydration Without the Pain
What to drink when water itself causes bloating and discomfort. Kidney-friendly options for post-surgery hydration.
#4059: LLM Councils for Post-Gallbladder Care
Can multiple AI models solve what no single doctor can? A deep dive into LLM councils for post-cholecystectomy syndrome.
#4023: Fueling Your Body Without a Gallbladder
How to eat big, protein-heavy meals when your body can't handle fat — without the bloating.
#3701: Constant Bile Drip: Is It Harmful After Gallbladder Removal?
Does constant bile exposure after cholecystectomy cause chronic inflammation? We examine the evidence.
#3699: Beyond Ox Bile: Post-Gallbladder Bloating Solutions
Bile acid binders, ginger, and strain-specific probiotics for post-cholecystectomy bloating — beyond the usual supplements.
#3695: Ox Bile vs Enzymes After Gallbladder Removal
Which supplement actually helps fat digestion after gallbladder removal? The mechanism matters more than you think.
#3650: When Eating Hurts: ARFID & Post-Gallbladder Survival
Strategies for making peace with food when eating leads to pain, bloating, and fear.
#3635: Surfing, Cycling, and Ironman After Organ Removal
Pro surfer Lakey Peterson won a Championship Tour event after gallbladder surgery. What her recovery teaches about adapting.
#3604: The Bile Balancing Act After Gallbladder Surgery
Managing bile reflux and fat digestion after gallbladder removal – why the standard treatments often pull in opposite directions.
#3592: Can Gallbladder Surgery Damage Your Vagus Nerve?
Bloating after water? Why some patients blame nerve damage from gallbladder surgery, and what you can do about it.
#3531: Lean Protein After Gallbladder Surgery
A practical guide to meats, fish, and dairy that deliver protein without overwhelming your digestive system post-surgery.
#3526: How to Eat After Gallbladder Surgery
A practical guide to eating right after gallbladder removal, especially if you're on Vyvanse.
#3525: Can Drugs Target the Gut Without Fogging the Brain?
Why amitriptyline knocks you out—and what's being designed to avoid that.
#3522: Ox Bile for Post-Gallbladder Digestion: Does It Work?
How ox bile supplements work for post-cholecystectomy fat malabsorption, dosing patterns, and practical protocols for special occasion meals.
#3511: How to Navigate Post-Gallbladder Surgery Symptoms
Seven years after gallbladder surgery, one patient's search for answers reveals how to advocate for yourself when the system won't connect the dots.
#3459: What Happens When Your Gallbladder Is Removed
Constant bile drip after gallbladder removal can damage your gut lining. Here's what actually happens and what helps.
#3458: What Gallbladder Removal Actually Does to Digestion
10-40% of gallbladder removal patients develop chronic digestive issues. Why PCS treatment is fragmented and what helps.
#3457: How to Manage Bile Reflux Without a Specialist
Practical dietary changes and targeted supplements for bile reflux gastritis while you wait for a specialist.
#3401: How UDCA Fixes Your Bile Chemistry (Not the Reflux)
UDCA doesn't stop bile reflux—it swaps harsh bile acids for gentle ones, protecting your stomach lining.
#3359: Can We Build a Bionic Gallbladder?
Engineers have tried for decades to replace the gallbladder. Here's what they've built so far.
#3354: Bile Reflux After Gallbladder Removal: What Works
Bile reflux after gallbladder removal affects up to 110,000 new patients yearly. No FDA-approved drug exists. Here's what helps.
#3279: Frozen Desserts After Gallbladder Removal
How to get indulgence from frozen treats when your body can't handle fat.
#2841: When Patient Forums Diagnose What Doctors Miss
How patients crowd-source answers when doctors have none — the hidden world of post-cholecystectomy syndrome.