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A member asked:
Why can my gallbladder not be found after numerous scans and ultra sounds?
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May've been removed: Congenital absence or already removed during another surgery.
Answered 12/7/2012
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Never there: The gallbladder does not form in about 50 out of 100000 people, so maybe you don't have one to start with. The gallbladder can also be small and contracted and could be missed on testing. Next step depends on whether you are having symptoms. No symptoms? Do nothing, If having pain or fatty food intolerance, see a surgeon for laparoscopy or other testing.
Answered 6/11/2017
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