Some patients who previously did not have more than one bowel movement per day may experience more frequent bowel movements following gallbladder removal. These can be loose and watery at times, and come with a sense of urgency. They may also contain blood or material from the lining of the stomach. In most cases, this is no cause for concern, but if you experience any pain when you pass urine or feces it should be reported to your doctor. The reason that some people develop more frequent bowel movements after their gallbladders are removed is because they were producing bile which is needed to digest fat. After the gallbladder is removed, there is no way for the body to make more bile so these individuals will need more frequent bathroom visits to avoid constipation. If you were using the gallbladder for food storage before it was removed, then you should eat more fat-rich foods such as olive oil, butter, and cheese to help supply its replacement. People who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may experience increased symptoms following gallbladder removal. Those who have IBD of the colon may require additional treatment including medications or surgery after their gallbladders are removed. Those who experience severe pain when passing urine or feces may require further evaluation by a physician.