My 70-year-old mom had an ultrasound that showed a porcelain gallbladder. Some doctors say she needs surgery while others say it's not necessary. What's the best course of action for her condition?

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I'm dealing with this burning and piercing feeling from my stomach up to my throat, and it's really uncomfortable. I tried taking mcaine gel and buscogast, but I'm still not feeling any better. What else can I do to get some relief?

take more oral fluids.

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I'm having these belching issues and it feels like there's something stuck in my throat. It's got this scratchy sensation that makes me feel uneasy throughout the day. What could be causing this and is there something I should do about it?

drink warm water

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What happens if you push too hard while pooping?

Straining too hard can aggravate piles, weaken pelvic floor muscles and nerves.

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