Gastroenterologist Questions

Gallbladder is removed, will it affect nutrient absorption?

I had my gallbladder removed 3 years ago at 19 years of age. Ever since then I haven’t had issues as a lot of people experience. It’s almost like it wasn’t removed. My thing is this, is it necessary to take an oxbile supplement to help with my nutrients like fat to absorb properly? I will soon get back into boxing and I take it serious, and I’m kinda worried if maybe I won’t be absorbing everything correctly? Does everyone who had their gallabladder removed have more of a difficult time absorbing nutrients? Or only if you have side effects?

Male | 22 years old
Medications: None as of now
Conditions: Gallbladder removed/had H Pylori

1 Answer

There is no evidence that the gallbladder removal causes any clinically relevant malabsorption. You don't need to take any supplements for this concern.