- female
- 45 Years
- 14/08/2025
My wife just found out she has an 8mm gallstone at the neck of her gallbladder. Should we be considering surgery for this or are there other options we can explore first? I'm a bit worried about what this means for her health.
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Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
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