I am a male, 5 10 and 160 lbs and in excellent physical condition. I had my gall bladder removed 3 weeks ago. Pain in URQ, behind shoulder blades, etc. HIDASCAN diagnosis was non-functional gall bladder. Surgery wasn't all that bad but symptoms are still with me. Surgeon said that in 20% of cases, symptoms don't go away. If it is not functional, it is probably best to remove. Good luck.
A low gallbladder ejection fraction can be responsible for your symptoms. There are small studies that suggest that removing the gallbladder can help if this is indeed the cause. However, there is no guarantee of success.
I agree with the endoscopy and it indeed may be responsible for some of the symptoms you describe.
If the pain continues, another opinion can be sought - preferably with a surgeon - to ensure that removing the gallbladder is the correct treatment course.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
www.kevinmd.com
Usually a doctor will order a gallbladder/liver ultrasound to check for stones, with some of the following symptoms: abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, bloatedness. When that comes back to the doctor and it is normal they should order a Papida Scan to check the gall bladders function, also called ejection fraction.(blocked duct with a stone, or just a poorly or non junctioning gallbladder.) Very easy probedures to be done. Non invasive. Good Luck.