Suggest treatment for pain in gall bladder due to 8-9mm stone and cholecystitis
Patient: i have been diagnosed to have a cholecystitis, i've been hospitalized last jan 14. on my ultrasound report, it has been seen that i have a 8-9mm gall stone. after my 2 weeks of taking antibiotics and medicines, the pain now is always. it hurts everyday. do i really have to undergo an operation? Doctor: Hello and thank you for asking HCM.I have read your symptoms and i understand your concerns.Cholcecystitis,means infection of the gallbladder. And since you have a stone treating it with antibiotics probably will not work. And since you are having pain always,it means that surgery is the only option left. If i was your caring doctor ,i would do some blood tests first to check the liver enzymes (AST,ALT,GGT,SGOT,SGPT  ect), levels of bilirubin and the pancreatic enzymes. Than i would recommend to check up with a surgeon and have the surgery because if left untreated you might have serious consequences. According to your history,yes i am afraid that surgery is the only option for you.Meanwhile have this diet,to help your body also:-avoid concentrated fats like oil, butter, margarine, fat on meat  -fresh fruits and vegetables-avoid alcohol until after you have had your operationIf you have any other question,feel free to contact me.Dr.Endri Katro