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  • 50 Years
  • 14/08/2025

What are the best medication options to dissolve a 78 mm gallstone without surgery and how long would I need to take them Also what foods or substances should I avoid during this treatment

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Large gallstones like 78 mm don’t dissolve well; ursodiol can help in small stones—avoid fatty foods, alcohol, and fried items.

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Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist

Answered 14/08/2025

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