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What kind of doctor to see for gallbladder issues? no stones on ultrasound, hida - function at low end of normal range. should i see general surgeon?

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Dr. Jeffrey Clemens answered

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General surgeon: See a general surgeon for gallbladder problems. Did you have pain with the injection during the HIDA scan, if so the gallbladder should probably be removed. Is there sludge in the gallbladder on ultrasound, or a small contracted gallbladder?

Dr Hegab and 8 doctors agreed

Answered 4/16/2018

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A member asked:

What kind of doctor to see for gallbladder issues? no stones on ultrasound, hida - function at low end of normal range. should i see general surgeon?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Clemens answered

Dr Hegab and 8 doctors agreed

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