Re: should I have the gall bladder surgery or not?

Posted By HFHSM.D.-rf on September 16, 1998 at 01:00:38:

In Reply to: should I have the gall bladder surgery or not? posted by Amei on September 14, 1998 at 15:49:54:






I am a 34 yr old female with no outstanding medical history, just normal childhood stuff.  I was recently diagnosed with gall stones and atypical symptoms and it was suggested that I have the gallbladder removed.  In my research I have found that people with atypical symptoms are quite likely to have symptoms return after surgery.  
I am trying to get the doctors to investigate other causes but none of them seem to want to do that until after I have the gall bladder removed.  
Since the chances are good that my symptoms will not be alleviated by the surgery, is there a reason I should have it anyway?  What possible complications could arise if I decide not to have the surgery?  
Any comments you have would be greatly appreciated.  I would also like to hear from others who had atypical symptoms and whether or not you had the cholocystectomy as well as any post operative symptoms and complications.  
Thank you.  
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Dear Amei,
A detailed history is crucial to making the right diagnosis.  Without interviewing you, we can not provide any insights regarding your best course of action.
This information si presented for educational purposes.  We can be of assistance if you wish to be seen in the Division of gastroenterology at Henry ford Health system.  call our Physician Referral Line at [phone] and request an appoinment with dr. Fogel, one of our experts in the treatment of gall bladder problems.
HFHSM.D.-rf
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