I am pre-op, probably going to have RNY. I have read a lot about how having WLS increases your risk of having gallstones and needing to remove the galbladder. I had my galbladder removed in 2004. Is there anyone here who already had their galbladder removed before they had WLS? Did it affect anything? I think I already have my own little version of dumping syndrome....I have diarrhea all the time. Maybe I have IBS? My tummy is upset by pretty much everything I eat, sometimes it's quite painful. I have noticed that if I suddenly go on a diet I have bright yellow bile diarrhea for a few days until my body gets used to making less bile. I guess this is something I will discuss with the surgeon, but I just wanted to see if there is anyone here like me.

I actually had mine out twice. Long story but they basically missed it the first time but told me they took it out. I know some people, as you have, have a rough time after getting it out. I however really didn't have any issues after a couple of months. I had RNY 6 weeks ago and have done really well.

My gallbladder was out before WLS too. It doesn't create any concerns and is just one less thing to worry about post op. No problem at all!

I had mine out before my WLS and I haven't had any issues from it. My surgery was a year and 4 months ago and so far I haven't had any problems. Good luck!!

I had my gallbladder surgery in 2001. I haven't had one problem. I think they are happier when there is no gallbladder. I have had no problems since the RNY surgery, but I did before.

I had mine out at age 19 after having my son. Fast-forward 23 years later, WLS last July, no issues!

I had mine out in 1980. No problems before or after my gastric bypass in December.