Question 1

My CT scan from 6 months ago showed a few tiny calculi and I'm diabetic. For the past 23 months, I've been dealing with bloating, acidity, and constipation. Is surgery something I should consider for this?

Accepted Answer

Mild GI symptoms and tiny renal calculi may not need surgery; a gastroenterologist can guide further with imaging and labs.

Question 2

I'm really struggling with this issue and it's so horrible that I can't even bear to think about going to the bathroom. I've been trying osil, but it doesn't seem to be working. Is there anything else I can do to get some relief quickly?

Accepted Answer

-I understand how overwhelming this must feel, especially when you're not seeing immediate results. Treatment can take time, and it's frustrating, but sometimes combining treatments and patience helps. If you're not getting relief from Osil, it might be w

Question 3

I'm a 31-year-old woman considering laparoscopic surgery to remove just my gallstones without taking out the gallbladder. Will I be okay long-term or is it better to remove the whole gallbladder? Also, could this cause any issues if I have a second pregnancy later?

Accepted Answer

Removing just the gallstones without the gallbladder is generally discouraged, as the gallbladder is not vital, and removing it can lead to a simpler, more straightforward procedure. While you can live with the gallbladder and just remove the stones, studies show that removal of the gallbladder is the most reliable long-term solution for gallstones. Furthermore, removing the gallbladder doesn't pose long-term problems for women, and it is unlikely to cause any issues with future pregnancies

I'm a bit concerned about using Mucaine syrup. Can it make you sleepy or cause drowsiness? Also, what's the best time to take it, before or after a meal?

No it doesnt cause any drowsiness,and consume it 10 mins before food.

More Gastroenterology/GI medicine Health Queries

My CT scan from 6 months ago showed a few tiny calculi and I'm diabetic. For the past 23 months, I've been dealing with bloating, acidity, and constipation. Is surgery something I should consider for this?

I'm really struggling with this issue and it's so horrible that I can't even bear to think about going to the bathroom. I've been trying osil, but it doesn't seem to be working. Is there anything else I can do to get some relief quickly?

I'm a 31-year-old woman considering laparoscopic surgery to remove just my gallstones without taking out the gallbladder. Will I be okay long-term or is it better to remove the whole gallbladder? Also, could this cause any issues if I have a second pregnancy later?

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