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[|Human|] I am 34 year old male, who is currently pursuing PhD in Canada. Since last 22 years, I have been suffering from intense pain in the epigastric region, which occurs after every 1.5 to 2 years interval and continues for about 2 months. In 2010, doctors advised me to go for gallbladder removal because of the presence of biliary sludge in it, and hence my gallbladder was subsequently removed. However, since last few days, I am feeling the same pain in the epigastric area. Could you please advise me on this matter?
[|AI|]  Hi and welcome to ChatDoctor.it can be so called postchiolecystectomy syn Chat Doctor.  However it is more likely gastritis, herd or other stomach issue so I suggest doing gastrostomy to rule this out. Till that try to change dietary habits, eat easier food, avoid alcohol, fats, fried food, coffee and smoking. Also, stress may aggravate pain. If this is not helpful you need more detailed Gastroenterology work up. Thanks for the query. Regards