Do You Really Need Surgery for Gallstones? Understanding Your Options
Do gallstones always require surgery for removal? I was recently diagnosed with gallstones measuring approximately 1.3 cm in the gallbladder via ultrasound. Currently, I experience discomfort after meals. Do I need to have the stone removed? Is there a possibility that laparoscop...
Dr. Chen Zhiping Reply:
Reply: Hello, 1. If there are no symptoms, gallstones do not necessarily require surgery. However, if they cause cholecystitis or recurrent pain, surgical treatment is recommended. 2. Laparoscopic surgery involves the removal of the gallbladder containing stones, rather than ...[Read More] Do You Really Need Surgery for Gallstones? Understanding Your Options
Understanding Gallbladder Atrophy and Liver Cysts in Aging Patients
Gallbladder atrophy is not observed, and there are blisters on the liver? Hello: My father is currently 76 years old and has been suffering from liver cirrhosis for about two years. A few days ago, during a health check-up, the report indicated that the gallbladder was not visibl...
Dr. Chen Zhiping Reply:
Hello: Gallbladder atrophy is commonly seen in patients with gallstones, and over time it may develop into chronic cholecystitis, leading to a reduction in gallbladder size. If there is no pain or fever, it should not be a concern, but it is still important to monitor the conditi...[Read More] Understanding Gallbladder Atrophy and Liver Cysts in Aging Patients
Understanding Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and When to Seek Further Help
Abdominal pain Hello Doctor, my father has been experiencing abdominal pain when moving or lightly pressing on his abdomen for the past few days. When he is still, he feels a vague discomfort. However, his bowel movements and appetite are normal. He previously visited a small cli...
Dr. Yang Peizhen Reply:
Hello! The question you asked is quite complex and covers a wide range of issues. First, there are many diseases related to the abdomen, and abdominal pain can involve various organs. Therefore, you need to specify the location of the pain and whether there is a fever. Typically,...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Pain: Possible Causes and When to Seek Further Help
Can Gallbladder Removal Qualify for Military Exemption?
Is it possible to be exempt from military service after gallbladder removal? Hello Dr. Yang, I would like to inquire about a military service issue. My boyfriend underwent a cholecystectomy due to acute cholecystitis in Taoyuan six to seven years ago and spent over a month in the...
Dr. Yang Peizhen Reply:
Hello: Your boyfriend's symptoms may be attributed to "post-cholecystectomy syndrome," but I cannot confirm whether it falls under the category of exemptions. Generally, it is advisable to avoid oily and sugary foods, as emotional stress can also have an impact. If...[Read More] Can Gallbladder Removal Qualify for Military Exemption?
Do You Need Gallbladder Removal for Acute Cholecystitis?
Acute cholecystitis Is it necessary to remove the gallbladder in cases of acute cholecystitis? Will removing it have any effects on the body?
Dr. Yang Peizhen Reply:
Hello! Acute cholecystitis poses a risk of gallbladder rupture or sepsis, which can lead to life-threatening situations. Therefore, an assessment for the need for emergency surgery is typically conducted within the first 24 to 48 hours of the initial episode, especially for patie...[Read More] Do You Need Gallbladder Removal for Acute Cholecystitis?
Post-Meal Sharp Pain: Understanding Abdominal Discomfort After Eating
Postprandial abdominal pain Doctor, sometimes after eating, when I take a deep breath, I experience severe stabbing pain in my lower right abdomen (around the area just below the right rib cage). I have to pause my breathing or take slow breaths for the situation to improve. It s...
Dr. Xu Ruihong Reply:
Your situation seems to be more complex; acute cholecystitis can present with similar symptoms. However, it appears that you do not have a fever. I believe the best course of action is to go to the hospital for a thorough examination by a physician.[Read More] Post-Meal Sharp Pain: Understanding Abdominal Discomfort After Eating
Understanding Gallbladder Inflammation and Stone Formation
Help ask mom? What causes the formation of cholecystitis and gallstones?
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
Gallstones are classified into: 1. cholesterol gallstones, 2. pigment stones, and 3. mixed gallstones. The gallbladder serves as a temporary storage reservoir for bile, which is released during meals to aid digestion. When certain components of bile are present in excess, they ca...[Read More] Understanding Gallbladder Inflammation and Stone Formation