My dad was just diagnosed with gall bladder stones and we're unsure if he needs surgery or if medication would work he's also having pain when he pees. What's the best way to handle this?

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The first step is to address the pain during urination, which could indicate a urinary tract infection or other urinary problem. Then, discuss with a doctor the best course of action for the gall bladder stones, which could involve medication, lifestyle changes, or surgery

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What size of gallbladder stones requires surgery if my biggest one is 8mm? Can these stones dissolve on their own and what lifestyle changes should I make to prevent them from growing larger?

cholecystectomy is advised to the patient.

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I've been on amoxicillin for a bacterial infection and I'm about four days into taking 2 tablets of 625mg each per day. I've started noticing that my stool looks black and tar-like. Is this a normal side effect from the meds or should I be worried about something more serious?

Passing black, tar-like stool can be a concerning side effect known as melena, which may indicate gastrointestinal bleeding. It is important to consult your healthcare provider immediately. In the meantime, you can consider taking a probiotic supplement to help maintain the balance of good bacteria in your gut.

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I've been having some issues since my C-section delivery about 10 days ago. I've noticed a mild constipation problem, but today was kind of alarming. I had stool twice, and the first one was a bit painful, but the second time, a few hours later, I noticed blood in my stool. My stool still feels pretty hard, and I'm really concerned about what's going on. Any advice on how to fix this?

take soft diet

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