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I have tried many treatments to dissolve gallstones and the pain is still there. time for the or?

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Yes.: The only definitive treatment of gallbladder disease is to remove the "gallstone factory". Thankfully, this can usually be removed via out-patient laparoscopic surgery. Like all operations, there are risks and it is up to you and your surgeon to decide if the benefits of this operation outweigh the risks. If you are like most patients, your quality of life will improve after this surgery.

Answered 12/16/2014

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Yes. For sure: Small gallstones are actually more dangerous than a big gallstone since they can pass through the duct and irritate the pancreas. Once symptoms of pain begin, surgery is recommended to avoid the inevitable complications.

Answered 7/4/2012

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