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Is there a safe gallbladder cleanse i can do at home? the ultrasound shows clear but doctor said it could be sludge. doing hida soon

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GB flush: there is a home remedy called gallbladder flush best not to be used because it could turn elective condition to an emergency condition the only reason i am mentioned it to stay away from it wait until the HIDA scan is done and depend on the result you can get more advises

Answered 2/17/2015

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A member asked:

Is there a safe gallbladder cleanse i can do at home? the ultrasound shows clear but doctor said it could be sludge. doing hida soon

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Dr. M. Hytham Beck answered

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