I had my gallbladder removed yesterday. Thank goodness they were able to do it laproscopically, even though my surgeon had less than high hopes due to scarring from my three j pouch surgeries. I think the srgery went very well, I have some pain under my right rib, of course, but nothing too bad. I did notice that my urine output has increased after the surgery. (They sent me home about two hours after the procedure.) It feels like I have to go constantly, about every half an hour or so, I need to go again. I feel as though I am emptying completely each time, but then half an hour later, I've got to go again! Each time go, it is a good amount, not just a trickle. There is no blood at all, and it is not dark, so that's good, but has anyone else experienced this? Last night I had to get up about 5 times in the six hours I managed to rest. I tried googling it, but just came up with one reference that listed it as a side effect of general anesthesia that I should definitely contact my doctor about. Before I rush off to him based on one article, I thought I'd see if anyone here has any thoughts or experiences.

Now I'm off to pee again!

I would think that it could initially be related to the IV fluids they gave you during surgery, but would expect it to settle down by today. I would consider calling the surgeon to ask about it and find out how long it should last.

Yes, it is typical for urine output to pick up in the first few days following surgery. Initially, you retain fluids, then it comes off quickly.

Jan