A member asked:

Does 19mm stone in gallbladder is possible to remove by medicine..? or surgery is the last option..?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Can be observed : Although surgery is required for gall stones , could be observed if there is no symptoms , actigall (ursodiol) is will dissolve cholesterol stones , need to use all the time , had several side effects besides expensive , surgery is best option , is safe ;has low risk ambulatory procedure . You decide.

Answered 8/12/2017

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Dr. Emil Shakov answered

Specializes in Aesthetic Medicine

No: Medicine cannot help to remove the stone. Surgery is only option to remove the stone, and when they are that size you should consider having the operation.

Answered 4/19/2016

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