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I'm 10 weeks s/p lap chole and developed ruq pain 2 nights ago. most likley due to what i ate. just concerned it is still tender (not to touch).

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

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I would talk to-: -your surgeon. There is always the possibility of a common duct stone that may have been missed. Not common but I’ll bet all surgeons will have them if their practice sees a lot of gall bladder disease, & does quite a few lap coles.

Dr Lin agreed

Answered 1/5/2019

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A member asked:

I'm 10 weeks s/p lap chole and developed ruq pain 2 nights ago. most likley due to what i ate. just concerned it is still tender (not to touch).

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Dr Lin agreed

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