My mum (77 yrs old) had her gallbladder removed in August 2011.  After the surgery, she suffers from constipation.  Normally, patients who dont have a gallbladder, cannot take oily stuff.  But my mum take oily stuff and constipate.  What could be the problem?
Hi thanks for contacting Chat Doctor. Noted your mother had removed gall bladder. And she is taking oily foods. Gall bladder having bile salts which help in lipid digestion... So still after removal gall bladder as she is taking oily food there is problem in digestion. It is simple in digestive problem.... Here she should not take fatty foods. Fruits more... Avocado fruit loaded with fiber so taken. Coked oatmeal help in proper digestion. Blueberries rich in vitamin C and fiber so useful. If still problem continue stool softener can give... Chat Doctor. ... Hope your concern solved.