Single large Gall Stone
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I have recently been diagnosed with a "large imobile stone in the fundus". This was found following an ultrasound for onset pain, altered bm, bloating and belching. I have had endoscopes (both ends) and nothing found. I am not currently having any major issues, just a few niggles but it is mainly mid-line on my abdomen. I have today received a letter telling me that I will be referred to the consultant for a potential gb removal. Anyone else had their GB removed for a stone of this type? thanks all x
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lisa98146 jofos
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If you get a "wait and see approach" then things could get severe and THEN you have to start the wait from scratch. My advice is to try and get on the list before it becomes major. Unfortunately there isn't an easy way to treat gallstones other than remove the gallbladder. A very low fat, and I mean very low fat diet of less than 3% will help hold off attacks and keep pain down in the meantime. I'm sorry if I sound blunt but fact is the wait is a long one and if I knew then what I know now, I would have pushed for help sooner because now I'm debilitated and waiting. Best of luck.
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sarah87162 jofos
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Originally I was told it was only one stone but it turned out to be several.
My advice would be to atleast get yourself on the list for gallbladder removal.
You may not be having much trouble with it now, but if the stone is still there it can rear it's ugly head at any moment.
It is a quick operation usually only keyhole so you are not even in hospital overnight, just a day case.
I still have a bit of pain and have recently been diagnosed with a hiatus hernia. It is also possible that I have ibs, but these things are liveasble with.
I would certainly rather be like I am now than I was when I had the gallstones.
You need to be on a low fat or even no fat diet.
Take care and keep in touch
Sarah