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I've had slight abdominal discomfort which suggested a routine ultrasound and it was found out that i've a stone in my bile duct, but it's not causing major symptoms like cholangitis or jaundice. should i consider ercp to remove stone or wait?
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You could wait until the "slight" pain becomes a lot worse or you get much sicker. Discuss with your Dr and GI Dr. ERCP is an option to discuss.
Answered 3/10/2022
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Pl see a GI surgeon/ GI MD and let her/him explain things to you in your situation with all the options.
Answered 3/11/2022
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