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  • 50 Years
  • 14/08/2025

My mom has gall bladder stones and the doctor recommended surgery because there are many small stones that could burst and cause jaundice. She also has asthma, leg swelling, and pain. Are there any other treatment options or solutions for her condition?

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Dr. Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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  • MBBS
  • 6+ Yrs
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With multiple stones, surgery is the safest—her comorbidities increase risk if delayed; laparoscopic surgery with precautions is preferred.

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