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Had my gallbladder removed 4 years ago, is it normal to still have 'attacks'?

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No: You have to find out what is causing your current problem , speak to your doctor to investigate the cause

Answered 4/22/2018

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Dr. Tracy Berg answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Something else: There are several other conditions that can be similar to your previous gallbladder attacks, bile reflux, ulcers, spasms of esophagus, hernia, GERD and more. EGD may and TECH HIDA may help you. Bile binder such as questran (cholestyramine) is a simple first test. Be well.

Answered 3/22/2015

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