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Question
I went to ultrasound with 37mm gallstones, the doctor advised urgent surgery because it is dangerous for a long time due to large stones, is this correct? I have acid reflux and bloating, indigestion is caused by gallstones or not? Ask your doctor for advice!
Nguyen Bui Thien Huong (1985)
Reply
Hi, 37mm gallstones are quite large, the risk of cholecystitis is very high, indications for cholecystectomy (through laparoscopic) are absolutely correct. Gallbladder containing stones will affect gallbladder function (bile storage), pain due to stone movement, cystic duct obstruction, stone is a foreign body, a factor that makes it easier for infection, cholecystitis, sugar acute or chronic cholestasis. Symptoms of digestive disorders (abdominal bloating, indigestion, nausea ...) can be caused by other diseases (such as peptic ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux ...), condition. Gallstones can also cause or contribute to worsening of these symptoms. You should consult a gastroenterologist and hepatobiliary specialist for appropriate treatment advice.
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Answered by Master, Doctor Nguyen Ngoc Thang - Gastroenterologist - General Surgery Department - Vinmec International General Hospital Da Nang.
