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Surgey isn't always needed

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tracey911
tracey911

I was diagnosed with gallstones last week after having an ultrasound. One 2cm stone was found and a smaller one. I have now been referred to a surgeon but my friend was also diagnosed on xmas and because she has bigger stones, she doesn't need surgery. Apparently, if she had the small gritty ones, surgery would be needed. I'm now hoping maybe I can get away with it too. Anyone else been told they don't need an op??

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  • designergirl12
    designergirl12

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    Me too Jane. I don't think anyone knows much about it because it changes all the time and from person to person.

    I' seem to have misled you, it is gallstones that causes biliary colic not diverticulosis.

    Right I am goig to bed to read a nice book to take my mind off my ailments lol

    Till tomorrow….

  • jane40765
    jane40765

    Posted

    That's okay designer girl, I think I misled you too, I meant in my earlier post that it's wrong leaving decision up to you, they should advise you appropriately.

    night night

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