What are the reasons for bloated stomach and swollen legs after gallbladder removal surgery?

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Thank you for the description of your symptoms. Sometimes, post-surgery your gut motility gets slowed down which in medical terms is called post-operative ileus. The best way to manage this is to move around in the room, take fluids and a pro-kinetic. The swelling in your legs can happen after surgery especially if you are resting on the bed (results in dependent edema). For this, you can elevate your legs by placing some pillows underneath your legs while lying on the bed. But it is important to note that there should be no redness or tenderness in your legs because it could indicate an inflammation or venous occlusion.

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