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    Will I need surgery if I have symptomatic gallstones?

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  • Dr Shekhar Sharma

    Colorectal Surgeon (Bowel), General Surgeon, Laparoscopic Surgeon

    As a general surgeon with 20+ years of experience, I strongly believe in “ethical & quality care”. I offer all general surgical services (e.g. scopes, … View Profile

    Most people with symptomatic gallstones will require surgery to remove their gallbladder (cholecystectomy). This procedure prevents future attacks and complications since new stones cannot form without a gallbladder.

    Surgical options include:

    1. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy: Minimally invasive with quick recovery times.

    2. Open surgery: Rarely needed for complicated cases.

    Non-surgical treatments like medications or shock wave therapy exist but are rarely used due to limited effectiveness.

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