Pain that worsens after eating is a significant symptom that can indicate complications following gallbladder surgery, such as post-cholecystectomy syndrome, which can occur due to residual stones in the bile ducts, changes in bile flow, or irritation of the surrounding tissues. After gallbladder removal, the body needs time to adjust to the absence of the gallbladder's storage function, and digestive discomfort, particularly after meals, can signal underlying issues.
The other choices do not indicate complications of gallbladder surgery. An increased appetite post-surgery may occur for different reasons, such as recovery from anesthesia or a return to normal eating habits, and is not associated with complications. Loss of all abdominal sensations is not a typical or direct consequence of gallbladder surgery and would be more indicative of nerve damage or other serious complications unrelated to the surgery itself. Similarly, consistent high energy levels are not a symptom of complications; rather, recovering patients might experience varying energy levels as part of their healing process.