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What to do if i have to get a gallbladder ultrasound tomorrow. they told me that i shouldn't eat after midnight. is it okay to drink water though?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

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Ultrasound: Each facility may have slightly different instructions on this. In general avoid drinking anything. It may be OK to take a few sips wih medication if you need to. Call your office and see what their particular instructions are.

Answered 7/1/2014

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A member asked:

What to do if i have to get a gallbladder ultrasound tomorrow. they told me that i shouldn't eat after midnight. is it okay to drink water though?

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