Ep128: The Gallbladder and Pregnancy with Dr. George Crawford

Today, I am talking with Dr. George Crawford, MD about how gallbladder issues and concerns can impact your pregnancy. Gallbladder removal is the second most common non-obstetrical operation that occurs during pregnancy. Knowing where your gallbladder is and what it does can help you distinguish between normal pregnancy nausea and vomiting and a gallbladder that has gone bad. We also dig into what to do before you get pregnant if you have had gallbladder issues in the past. Dr. George Crawford is the founder and lead surgeon at The Crawford Clinic in Anniston, Alabama. In addition to running his multi-specialty clinic, Dr. Crawford sits on the board of trustees of the North East Regional Medical Center and volunteers through a mentorship program he created which allows high school students a practical, first-hand experience in medicine.  In this Episode, You’ll Learn About: What is the gallbladder, where is it, and what does it do What is the difference between gallbladder disease and gallstones What are the signs that you may be having an issue with your gallbladder How common is gallbladder disease in pregnancy How is gallbladder disease treated How safe is gallbladder surgery during pregnancy What can people expect after gallbladder surgery and how long does recovery take What are the risks for gallbladder disease and how you can reduce those risks Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode128 Register for my free birth plan class - How to Make a Birth Plan That Works. Check out The Birth Preparation Course Our Sponsors: * Check out ByHeart and use my code DRNICOLE for a great deal: byheart.com/podcast * Download FamilyAlbum from the App Store today, and start creating a legacy of love one photo at a time. * Get $120 Off Across 4 Boxes, Plus Free Shipping and Free Cookies! Go to gobble.com/DRNICOLE. * Practice love every day with Paired, the #1 app for couples. Download the app at https://www.paired.com/DRNICOLE * Start Ritual or add Essential For Women Prenatal to your subscription today and get 25% off. That’s ritual.com/DRNICOLE for 25% off. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy