Has anyone had the sleeve while still having a gallbladder and did not need it removed after surgery?

My doc has me taking Actigall for 3 months post op, but I heard that even with taking medication to prevent gallstones the probability is still high that I may develop gallstones and possibly need my gallbladder removed just due to the rapid weight loss. I really do not want another surgery!

I still have my gallbladder, my doctor, like yours, Had me and all of his bariatric patients on actigal For the first 4 months.

I feel it's a very sound treatment.

Edited November 1, 201312 yr by laura-ven

I had my surgery on Oct 22 and still have my gall bladder. My Dr hasn't said a word to me about it. I'll ask him on my next visit if it's something I should be worried about.

Omg I really hope not , cuz I don't want another surgery either ughhh my gallblatter wasn't removed either I been told the same thing to take these pills for about 5/6 months to prevent them... I would like to know what other people answers are I'm just 4 days post op

Who did you hear that from? The answer is NO. You are not likely to develop gallstones if you take the preventative meds for the prescribed time period. Even if you get gallstones, unless you have a serious attack, you probably don't need your gallbladder removed. Remember surgeons are always quick to suggest surgery, even when it's not needed.

Im on two doses of Ursidol daily for six months. I've passed a gallstone before and lived to tell the tale!

I was not put on preventative meds and had to have my gallbladder removed 3 weeks ago. Was having massive attacks, and OMG was it painful! The surgery was pretty easy though. I am 10mo out