I found out I have a 13mm gallbladder polyp during an endoscopic ultrasonography but I don't have any symptoms right now. Should I just keep an eye on it with regular checkups or is surgery the better option?

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My husband has swollen piles and the doctor recommended surgery but he also has thyroid issues and high CRP levels. Could these affect the surgery? Also, would Ayurvedic treatment be better than surgery for his condition?

sx is option only.

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I've got a 1.2cm stone in my gallbladder, and I'm really worried about it. What are my options to get rid of this gallbladder stone?

consult your surgeon

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My mom is 70 and has asthma but also gallstones. Is it safe for her to have surgery for the gallstones given her asthma condition? I'm really worried about the risks

It's understandable to be concerned about your mother's safety, especially with both asthma and gallstones. While asthma does increase the risk of complications during surgery, with proper planning and management, a cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) can be performed safely in elderly patients with asthma

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