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Suggest Treatment For IBS And Gallbladder Attack
I have experienced gallbladder attacks off and on for the past couple years. So far the have been infrequent and until recently was not seen by a doctor for them. The last attack I experienced went on for many hours longer than usual, so I was seen by an urgent care physician. Unfortunately, I was not able to get in for an ultrasound until 3 1/2 days after the onset of the attack. I am still experiencing some pain 5 days later, but not as severe. The report shows that everything is normal except 2 large (1.7 cm) mobile gallstones present. Is it possible that there were further issues at the time of the attack that would not be visible on this ultrasound? What is the common treatment for this type of situation? Also, note that I am on the pill and suffer with IBS. I understand that these are risk factors for gallbladder disease.
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hi.
noted history of gallstone disease. frequency of attacks are apparent in your case. it is not an emergent situation, but urgency must be there in terms of management. it is best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a general surgeon, for physical examination and clinical evaluation. other diagnostics (such as blood count, liver function tests, etc.) and management (cholecystectomy or surgical removal of the gallbladder is the definitve treatment) will be directed accordingly. low fat low salt diet is also recommended.
hope this helps.
good day!!
~dr.kaye
noted history of gallstone disease. frequency of attacks are apparent in your case. it is not an emergent situation, but urgency must be there in terms of management. it is best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a general surgeon, for physical examination and clinical evaluation. other diagnostics (such as blood count, liver function tests, etc.) and management (cholecystectomy or surgical removal of the gallbladder is the definitve treatment) will be directed accordingly. low fat low salt diet is also recommended.
hope this helps.
good day!!
~dr.kaye
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