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How Can Gallstones Be Treated During Pregnancy?

Hi, i have a 19 year old daughter with epilsepy she had it since she was 10 years old. right now she has a 4 month old son. and she found out she is pregnant again. she has gallstones and was suppose to have surgery. Doctor wont do it now because she is pregnant. she want s to have abortion because pain is so bad. can you recommend something she can do for her gallstones and for pain so she can keep going with the pregnancy?
Tue, 14 Nov 2017
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Hello dear,my name is dr,Dorina Gurabardhi.I understand your concern.
The goal of treatment during pregnancy is to reduce the symptoms and complications, and then treat the disease itself after pregnancy.
Some advices that I can give to you are:
-change your diet and eat fewer fatty foods.
-Regular exercise can also be helpful.
Given the risks, any surgery during pregnancy is generally avoided.If it is nessesary you should visit a surgeon.
Hope my answer was helpful,if you have any other question I will be glad to answer,thanks!
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How Can Gallstones Be Treated During Pregnancy?

Hello dear,my name is dr,Dorina Gurabardhi.I understand your concern. The goal of treatment during pregnancy is to reduce the symptoms and complications, and then treat the disease itself after pregnancy. Some advices that I can give to you are: -change your diet and eat fewer fatty foods. -Regular exercise can also be helpful. Given the risks, any surgery during pregnancy is generally avoided.If it is nessesary you should visit a surgeon. Hope my answer was helpful,if you have any other question I will be glad to answer,thanks!