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persistent dizziness 18 months after gallbladder removal

I had my gallbladder removed about a year and a half ago.  Post surgery, I was severly nauseated and frequently very dizzy.

My doctor started me on Cholestyramine, which made a big difference as the nausea and discomfort seemed to worsen with diarrhea. If my bowel movements are irregular (in consistency or frequency, I usually go once a day), I also experience nausea that passes after I've gone to the bathroom.

My biggest concern is my almost constant mild dizziness. I never had anything like this prior to the gallbladder removal. I eat a varied, low fat diet, lots of fruit and veggies, no red meat, fried food, alcohol or junk food. I stopped eating dairy a year ago thinking that adhering to an IBS like diet might help.

I have no pain, and virtually no other side effects aside from the constant dizziness and occasional nausea.

Is it related to the way my body is handling bile production? I have read that sometimes the vagus nerve is negatively effected by the stomach emptying process, but honestly I'm not sure what really means, or if it's even a valid idea.

Is there anything that will help me?


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I just had my gallbladder removed and I am also having slight dizziness.  I have no other symptoms, and no other pain.  I never had any dizziness before having my gallbladder removed either.  Just wondered if you ever had any luck with finding out what was causing your dizziness.
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Hello and hope you are doing well.

The condition needs proper evaluation. If your symptoms of dizziness are relieved by eating something, it may indicate that you might be having episodes of hypoglycemia. Inadequate sleep can also cause tiredness, fatigue and dizziness. Other causes for these symptoms are inner ear infections; brain disorders heart problems, fever, stress, low blood pressure and anxiety. Please consult your GP who will examine you and may ask for blood tests for evaluating blood sugar and CBC.

Hope this helped and do keep us posted.
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Hi, I happened upon your post. Although I don't have an answer just wanted to wish you a Happy New Year!  
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