Hello! Hopefully I am writing in the right place. I am looking for someone
who is knowledgeable about gallbladder issues who may be able to help. I was
diagnosed with gallstones via ultrasound about a month ago after several
“attacks.” The ultrasound report said multiple small gall stones.  I am
scheduled for surgery on October 26, 2006. I have my pre-op tests with my PCP
scheduled for 10/19. My question is, I have been having increasing constant
pain in the area of the gallbladder, almost like a poking pain. In addition
it hurts to bend over (it hurts in my back not in the front) and to stretch
or lift my arm up, almost feels like a pulled muscle. It is not severe pain
but can get very painful at times. I am just confused because I thought
gallbladder symptoms were only supposed to come in the form of “attacks” and
not constant pain. My PCP gave me Percocet which I take some time but I do
work and I don’t want to go to work “drugged up” and I don’t want to be
taking narcotics 24/7. My question is, should I be concerned about the
constant pain meaning something serious like an infection or is this normal?
My PCP works for my insurance company (HMO) and will tell me anything to try
and get me to not come in to see him. I had to fight with him just to get an
ultrasound to begin with. Thanks in advance for your help.