Sacramento, CA
A 44-year-old female asked:

I had a ct of chest with contrast done. incidentally, they found gallstones. but i'm asymptomatic. what should i do?

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Dr. Oscar Novick
Pediatrics 60 years experience
Gall stones: As long as you are asymptomatic you can be followed by your doctor .he may want to reduce fat and cholesterol in your diet and possibly start you on statins
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