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Gall stones came after being pregnant , is that usual ? can the stones be removed with any mean , without removing the gall bladder?
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NO: Most likely gall stones were found after pregnancy probably due to symptoms sonogram was done. Unlike kidney stones , which is a needed organ , entire gall bladder with stones will be removed as the diseased gb is the cause of stone formation., gb is not an essential needed organ
Answered 9/28/2013
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See below: Pregnancy is a common time to develop gallstones due to changes in cholesterol and bile metabolism and other factors. The only proven reliable way to treat is cholecystectomy. However, if you are having no symptoms from the stones you do not need surgery.
Answered 12/9/2013
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See below: This is common after pregnancy. The only way to remove the stones is to remove the gall bladder.
Answered 9/28/2016
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