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I have numerous gallstones detected with a ultrasound and a endoscopy 2 years ago ... i have not had any pain or stomach issues during that time ... does this mean that i have silent gallstones ? surgeon wants to remove gallbladder .. i am 73 yrs?

Q: i have numerous gallstones detected with a ultrasound and a endoscopy 2 years ago ... i have not had any pain or stomach issues during that time ... does this mean that i have silent gallstones ? surgeon wants to remove gallbladder .. i am 73 yrs?

: In view of presence of numerous gall stones, I favor removal of the gall bladder as you're at risk for attacks of cholecystitis anytime. It's like living with a time bomb in your abdomen especially if stones increase in size. I tell such patients attacks could occur when on vacation,overseas,on a cruise, etc.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

In view of presence of numerous gall stones, I favor removal of the gall bladder as you're at risk for attacks of cholecystitis anytime. It's like living with a time bomb in your abdomen especially if stones increase in size. I tell such patients attacks could occur when on vacation,overseas,on a cruise, etc.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 4/23/2023

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A member asked:

I have numerous gallstones detected with a ultrasound and a endoscopy 2 years ago ... i have not had any pain or stomach issues during that time ... does this mean that i have silent gallstones ? surgeon wants to remove gallbladder .. i am 73 yrs?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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