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How Spider Bite Is Related To Gall Bladder Removal Operation ?

I am scheduled to have my gall bladder out this Friday. Today I went to the hospital for my pre-op and the nurse asked me if I had anything resembling a spider bite anywhere on my body. Why would she ask that? 48 years old, female.
posted on Tue, 1 Feb 2011
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hi,thanks for query,the idea is to ask you about any hemorrhagic spots on your body which indicates some form of bleeding disorder which can lead to problems during surgery.
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How Spider Bite Is Related To Gall Bladder Removal Operation ?

hi,thanks for query,the idea is to ask you about any hemorrhagic spots on your body which indicates some form of bleeding disorder which can lead to problems during surgery. wishing you good health.