My Emergency Gallbladder Surgery

Introduction: When Your Body Demands Attention

It's remarkable how quickly life can change. One moment you're going about your day, and the next, you're doubled over in severe abdominal pain that refuses to subside. This is the story of my emergency gallbladder surgery—an experience that taught me invaluable lessons about listening to your body, the importance of health, and the reality that unlike a car, you can't simply replace the parts when they break down.

What started as severe abdominal pain during a trip to Lowell, Massachusetts, ended with emergency surgery at Lowell General Hospital.