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Been havin episodes of severe pain under breastbone, hida scan showed gallstones & 48% function but no acute cholecystitis, could still begallbladder?
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Yes: Especially if it the lower part of the breast bone, and radiates to the back. May want to see a general surgeon for a consultation regarding removing the gallbladder.
Answered 4/7/2016
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