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Where are gallstones located if your gallbladder is removed?
If your gallbladder was removed, any gallstones would be removed with it. The gallbladder is a lot like a pouch, and the stones would be enclosed inside of it.
Is it safe to get pregnant when you have gallstones and history of attacks?
I would not, if it becomes septic and has to be removed it could put your baby at risk. Get it out before you get pregnant.
Can you get gallstones twice?
yes, if the stones are removed and the bladder, or part thereof, remains
What is a Cholecystotomy?
An operation during which the gallbladder is opened, gallstones are removed, and excess bile is drained
Is it possible to have gallstones at the age of five years or at a very young age?
Yes, you can develope gallstones@ any age, your diet has alot to do with it.
Are gallstones removed by homeopathic treatment?
I do not think it is possible, as you have to remove it through surgery or blast it to smaller stones by laser.
What is the largest number of gallstones removed till date?
I removed three hundred thirty gall stones to day 27/03/2012 through surgery (cholecystectomy).
Does everyone who has gallstones need to have their gallbladder removed?
If the stones are blocking important and vital organs then yes they will need to be removed. If not its still a good idea to get them removed because you never know when they will start blocking vital organs.
You are overweight and you have gallstones once removed will you be able to keep your weight under control?
Removal of gallstones does not affect weight control. If you were unable to control your weight in the past, gallstone removal is not likely to change your ability to maintain a healthy weight.
What are the composition of gallstones?
Gallstones are primarily composed of cholesterol or bilirubin. Cholesterol gallstones are the most common type, while pigmented gallstones are mainly made of bilirubin. Other components of gallstones can include calcium salts and proteins.
Why do gallstones make your face pale?
Paleness and gallstones
What are two types of choleliths?
Cholesterol gallstones: These are the most common type of gallstones and are formed from excess cholesterol in the bile. Pigment gallstones: These are formed from bilirubin, a breakdown product of red blood cells, and are typically smaller and darker in color compared to cholesterol gallstones.
