Gallbladder Stones in Sonography : Is Surgery Necessary and How Safe Is It?
1 month ago
My mother recently had a sonography, and it showed small stones in her gallbladder. We are worried about whether medicines can treat this or if surgery is required. The doctor suggested a laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery, but we want to understand if it is really necessary, whether there will be cuts, how painful it is, recovery time, and if it can cause any long-term problems in digestion or health.
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Gallbladder stones do not dissolve permanently with medicines, and once they form, they often increase in number and size over time, sometimes causing blockage, infection, or severe pain. The recommended treatment is laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery to remove the gallbladder, which is a safe and commonly performed procedure.
It involves very small cuts (about 1–2 cm), not a large open incision, so pain is minimal and recovery is fast. Most patients are discharged within 24 hours and can resume normal activities within 5–7 days. There are usually no major long-term digestion issues, but avoiding excessive oily and fatty food is advised.
Early surgery helps prevent complications and ensures a smoother recovery.
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