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I am having gall bladder stone, but i don't have any pain or any symptoms.this stone and sludge is visible in ultrasound.local doctors have suggested to undergo laproscopic removal of bladder.but i am not cmfortable with gb removal.also i am suffering fro
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U Need2 Talk2 UR Dr.: The presence of gallstones in the absence of symptoms does not require treatment. In fact, as many as 75% of people w/stones never develop symptoms. I recommend that you clarify with your doctor why surgery is being recommended.
Answered 6/5/2018
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Removal is optional : Optional as long as you are not having symptoms.
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