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Cholecystectomy several months ago. now burning chest and stomach. taking sucralfate but still burns. what other tests to check no bile leaks or stone?
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Blood tests: It would be very unlikely you have a bile leak after several months. A retained gallstone in the common duct is possible, but uncommon. Blood tests could help decide whether or not to pursue any further. Call your surgeon to discuss. Hope this helps!
Answered 8/28/2018
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