my husband just found out this past (Friday) he has pancreatitis and swollen gull bladder.  They sent us home with pain meds (percasete) and stomach nausea meds?  He has been belching and burping like crazy and itching as well.  We believe the itching is from the meds. they say that is a side effect.  But, the burping is non stop..... Anything we can do about this until we see Dr. tomorrow?
Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor.  I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can.There are a guidelines that states that gallbladder removal should be done 3 months after pancreatitis attack. These symptoms may be suggestive of bile gastritis or gallbladder stones, so you should do at least ultrasound or CT scan to evaluate it more accurately. This is caused by stone in bile duct and is very common condition.  Stones are seen more commonly in obese people and those with diabetes. You need to change your dietary habits first.  He needs to avoid fried food, carbonated Chat Doctor.  If there is no improvement on lifestyle or dietary changes, then surgery is recommended even earlier than these 3 months. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us in every time. Kindly regards. Wish you a good health.