It depends: If you have had symptoms from your gallstones, you may want to think about having your gallbladder removed. Having a gallstone is not necessarily a reason to remove it. I am not aware of many effective nonoperative therapies for stones. It sounds like you have had some symptoms because of them. I would think about talking to your surgeon about why the operation is necessary.
Answered 9/22/2017
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ERCP?ACTIGAIL?SURGER: We can not say as we don't know about the status of your Gall Bladder and why you were recommended Gall Bladder Surgery But you should consult a Gastroenterologist if you are a candidate for ERCP Procedure which is less invasive Also for cholesterol stones some patients are treated with Actigail(Ursodiol) to dissolve the stones You should discuss your case with a GI Specialist with the options
Answered 4/4/2015
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Difficult to provide: Any alternatives as its not why you need surgery. If you provide more specifics we may be able to better guide you.
Answered 5/16/2016
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