Sir ,recently icame to know there are gall stones measuring 1.8 cms .But iam not feeling any pain,but suffering from gastric problem,whether i take food or not.I am a female (44).My question is whether i need to go for surgery immediately or i can wait for some time.
Hi.noted history of gallstone disease. If you are not experiencing symptoms right now, observation and regular follow-up may be done, doesn't necessarily mean that surgical treatment is not an option anymore. Diet modification to low fat intake is advised. Even if you are not experiencing symptoms right now, they may occur in the future. It is still best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a general surgeon, for physical examination and clinical evaluation. Other diagnostics (such as liver function tests, alkaline phosphatase, etc.) and management (medical and/or surgical) will be directed accordingly. An elective (scheduled) cholecystectomy is always better than an emergent one. Better outcome and less post-operative complications are expected in these types of surgeries. Surgical removal of the gallbladder can be done laparoscopically (gold standard) or through open technique. Hope this helps. Good day!! ~ Chat Doctor.