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Polyp 3.5 mm in gallbladder
I have gone through ultrasound and there is polyp of 3.5mm in gallbladder and there is no stones in it so how to cure from it and what is the risk ?
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An asymptomatic gallbladder polyp of this size does not require any treatment, but close follow up is mandatory.
The risk is if the polyp continues to grow.
Next Steps
repeat usg after six months
Health Tips
review with a Surgeon to assess symptoms and risks
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If you have no other complaints like pain, severe acidity, nausea- then no need for any active treatment. Just followup with an ultrasound scan a year later, to look for increase in size of polyps, number of polyps .
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consult a surgeon for further advise.
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