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Can Gallbladder Stones Affect Bilirubin Levels?

i have got my blood test days back. in that bilirubin direct is 0.27 mg/dl. my age is 47. and also 2 years back doctor told me that there is a minor stone in my gall bladder. is this related to bilirubin direct. and what precautions should i take to cure this. also is there any serious concern.
Fri, 2 Jan 2015
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Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.
Gallstones can increase the bilirubin especially the direct component if they obstruct the bile flow. This can be diagnosed with the help of an ultrasound scan of the abdomen.
The only definite treatment for gallstones is removal of gallbladder.
This is usually done only when the gallstones cause symptoms like pain, jaundice etc. For asymptomatic gallstones no treatment if needed.
Weight reduction if obese and controlling blood glucose and cholesterol if found high are the measures to be followed to prevent the formation of gallstones.
I hope that answers your question.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.
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Can Gallbladder Stones Affect Bilirubin Levels?

Hi, Thanks for posting your query. I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you. Gallstones can increase the bilirubin especially the direct component if they obstruct the bile flow. This can be diagnosed with the help of an ultrasound scan of the abdomen. The only definite treatment for gallstones is removal of gallbladder. This is usually done only when the gallstones cause symptoms like pain, jaundice etc. For asymptomatic gallstones no treatment if needed. Weight reduction if obese and controlling blood glucose and cholesterol if found high are the measures to be followed to prevent the formation of gallstones. I hope that answers your question. Regards, Dr.R.K.