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Hi i have a gallstones can i remove it without surgery and thanks.
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Yes, sometimes...: Ursodiol (Actigall) is a pill used to dissolve gallstones in patients who choose to not have their gallbladders removed or in those in whom surgery should be avoided because of other medical problems. Ursodiol works only on gallstones made of cholesterol and works best when these stones are small. Ask your doctor what type of gallstones you have and what size.
Answered 8/13/2019
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Gallstone: There is a medication which is used for patients at high risk for gallbladder surgery. It is only partially effective, and is usually reserved for those mentioned above. Many people have gallstones--without having any problems for years.Dr. about this at your next visit.
Answered 8/3/2014
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