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Is there a way to tell what kind of gallstone i have (pigment or cholesterol, etc.)? through mri? ultrasound? ct scan? etc.

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Gallstone: If your doctor has told you that you have a gallstone, surely she/he has explained this to you. If no one has told you that you have a gallstone what is your concern?

Answered 3/5/2016

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