Question 1

is there such thing as stones passing in the gall bladder?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Gallstones often are the source of episodes of intense right upper abdominal pain, often after fatty or large meals. When they are too large to pass, can become a surgical emergency.

Question 2

is gall bladder always removed just because you have stones?

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Cholecystectomy : The surgery to remove gallbladder is called Cholecystectomy. One of the main reasons for this surgery is gall bladder infection called Cholecystitis and Gall bladder stones causing obstruction. Other conditions that can lead to this surgery is when the 
gallbladder is not functioning properly - biliary dyskinesia.

Question 3

can i remove my gall bladder as it has a stone.

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you are having symptoms from your gallstone, then your pcp or GI doctor will refer you to a general surgeon to evaluate you and determine if your gallbladder can safely be removed. Many people have gallbladder stones and don't have symptoms, and therefore there is no need to remove it. You can live without your gallbladder, as it is a storage for bile that helps with digestion.

Question 4

i've got multiple stones in my gall bladder but no symptoms exist.what should i do ?

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Possibly nothing.: Asymptomatic gallstones may need no treatment.  Any upper abdominal pain, particularly after eating should prompt you see your doctor, as gallbladder blockage or inflammation can make you quite sick.  If someone with gallstones is elderly, has diabetes, or has any other condition that would make them less sensitive to the symptoms of gallstones, the gb should be removed, even w/ no symptoms.

Question 5

what to do if i have multiple stones in my gall bladder but no symptoms exist.what should i do ?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: Nothing. Just healthy living.  No need to remove the gallbladder for stones only.

Question 6

dr ran test thinks its my gall bladder or gall stones they think they saw some what are they going to do with the next test to see what's going on?

Accepted Answer

Ask them.: If you have gallstones that are giving you problems, you need your gall bladder out. Talk to your doctor.

Question 7

what to do for gall bladder stones 12mm?

Accepted Answer

Depends: No pain, watch, wait and see. If you are having pain and symptoms then see your surgeon.

Question 8

gall bladder stones 8mm. what are the options for me?

Accepted Answer

Surgery or not: If the gallstones are causing symptoms, then surgery to remove your gallbladder is an option. If a gallstone blocks the bile duct, then you may also need a procedure to remove stones from the bile duct (ercp). If you're not having symptoms, then you don't need to do anything. I'd recommend seeing a general surgeon to discuss your options.

Question 9

how does one get stones in the gall bladder?

Accepted Answer

Many reasons: But.... Diet...Diet, diet! stones form from abnormal bile composition, strongly associated with a poor diet and obesity.  It's been called the disease of the four fs: forty, female, fat and fertile.

Question 10

what can i eat after taking stones in gall bladder out?

Accepted Answer

Depends: How long ago was your surgery? Gallbladder & gallstones are usually both removed at surgery. Usually can eat everything given enough time after surgery. Start with smaller and lighter soft foods & soups, avoid fatty & greasy foods at first. Then gradually return to a full normal and regular diet over a couple weeks as you recover from surgery.

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