Does cholecystectomy lead to green stool?
Patient: I had a cholecsytectomy about 7 months ago and for the past few days, i have been passing green stool. I havent eaten anything that woukd have lead to this. I also have some abdominal pain at the location of my now absent galbladder. Should i be concerned? Doctor: hi.noted history of cholecystectomy, occurrence of pain over the post-operative site and green stools. are you taking in any medication or supplement right now? it is best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a gastroenterologist or a general surgeon, for physical examination and clinical evaluation. recurrence of stones somewhere along the hepaticopancreaticobiliary tree must be ruled-out. diagnostics (such as ultrasound, bilirubins, liver function tests, etc.) and management (medical and/or surgical if indications are found) will be directed accordingly.hope this helps.good day!!~dr.kaye