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18 year old female-history of gallstones and more recently gb sludge. doc prescribed actigall for life. recent ultrasound showed clear gallbladder and doc said may be able to get off meds. am i at risk for redeveloping stones, should i get off med?
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Yes- follow your doc's advice. Good luck
Answered 12/7/2022
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