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How are gallstones treated?

Gallstones that are found incidentally and don't cause symptoms, generally do not need treatment. During an acute attack of biliary colic, treatment focuses on managing the pain with pain-relief medications. If you have gallstones that are small and don't contain calcium, you may be offered ursodeoxycholic acid to dissolve them. Surgical removal of the gallstones or the gallbladder may be recommended.

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Author: Karen McCloskey BHSc
First answered: 22 Sep 2014
Last reviewed: 19 May 2018
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Category: Constipation

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