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At age of 64 in a regular check up was found one 15 mm gallstone. i never had any symptoms at all. rates of cholesterol, calcium and bilirubin are ok.
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Watch and wait: You may elect to not do any thing about the gall stone. It may remain asymptomatic for the rest of your life. If you get colicky pain it would be prudent to see a doctor promptly.
Answered 9/9/2018
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