I have just recovered from pancreatitus and had my gallbladder removed just in case that was the problem. Its been about 3 weeks and about 3 days ago I got a sour stomach like I had never had before. I was miserable for those entire 3 days until I threw up then I was completely fine except that I have been having strong pains in my pancreas area ever since I went back to my regular diet about 5 days after I left the hospital and I am worried it may be coming back. Any ideas as to whether the sour stomach has anything to do with my pancreas and if the pancreatitus may be coming back?
Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor.Pancreatitis is most commonly caused by gallbladder stones and alcohol abuse. Since you removed gallbladder possibility of pancreatitis is less now, but possible. YOu should avoid alcohol, fats and abundant meals. After cholecystectomy postcholecystectomy syn Chat Doctor.  1-2 months are needed till your digestion balance, and you can expect improvement then. If your symptoms persist you should do gastrostomy to evaluated all this. If you have pain that radiate to back it can be pancreatitis again, and visit hospital if you feel it that way. Wish you good health.