My 67-year-old mom has multiple gallstones with the biggest being 8mm. She was told surgery isn't an option because of serious lung problems. She gets pain sometimes and takes painkillers. What else can be done for patients like her who can't have surgery

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In high-risk surgical cases, dietary fat control and symptom-based management are options for gallstones; ERCP may be considered in case of complications.

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I've had issues with acidity ever since I was 14, and now I'm 22. It gets really bad during my periods and a week before they start. The acidity is so severe I can't even stomach plain rice, and it causes my stomach to bloat. Plus, I get these headaches that make it hard to focus on anything. Could you please advise on what to do about this?

A movable, wobbly lump on the lower left side of your rib cage could be a lipoma (benign fatty tumor), a sebaceous cyst, or a hernia. Less commonly, it could be a sign of a more serious condition, such as a splenic tumor or cyst. Consult a primary care physician or a general surgeon for a proper evaluation and diagnosis.

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I'm dealing with loose motions right now and wondering if it's okay to take an ELDOPER tablet on an empty stomach. Could you advise on whether that's a good idea or not?

yes you can take it on empty stomach kindly consult your doctor for further treatment

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I have a symptomatic gallstone measuring 10.9mm and really don't want to go through surgery. Are there any other options or medicines that can help break it down and cure it without needing an operation?

cholecystectomy is advised to the patient.Surgery opinion is advised.

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