Suggest treatment for a gall bladder condition
Patient: I had my only gall bladder flare up last week. I had an ultra sound and cat scan that shows inflammation along with sludge within and along the walls. The pain was intense and lasted around 35 hours. My GP wants to remove the gall bladder but the internist that performed the endoscopy is not as pro active. What do you say? Do the pros outweigh the cons? Doctor: Hi,Thanks for posting your query.I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.You are having signs and symptoms of acute calculous cholecystitis. The ideal treatment is to get the gallbladder removed. Though you have recovered completely from it, there is 75% chance of a recurrence within one year. So I would advise you to get your gallbladder removed.Gallbladder can be removed laparoscopically.I hope that answers your question.Regards,Dr.R.K.