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Father has gall stones so will i if we eat the same diet?

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Not necessarily: Gallstones are not specifically related to diet, but some research indicates possible relation to cholesterol. Sometimes gallstone condition can be hereditary, like more common in south and central american indian heritage.

Dr Rao and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/11/2012

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