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What Causes Pain In The Arm After Removal Of Gall Stones?
For a long time I ve had GERD .it would be so bad my right should would hurt sooo bad.doc told me I had gallstones.I removed it .now the pain is there but it has decreased .but my arm still has the pain whenever I have gas even my whole right arm and wrist.just wanted to know if you know what might be the cause
Tue, 12 Mar 2019
Hello,
Postcholecystectomy shoulder pain may be observed in up to 20% of patients. This pain may be due to increased duration of surgery or increased pressure of gas during surgery etc.
It may reduce 5-10days after surgery. If not improved please consult your surgeon he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
Postcholecystectomy shoulder pain may be observed in up to 20% of patients. This pain may be due to increased duration of surgery or increased pressure of gas during surgery etc.
It may reduce 5-10days after surgery. If not improved please consult your surgeon he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
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