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Gallstones
I m 66 and have multiple gallstones size 7.5 mm.. I want to get operated but I have severe sleep apnea.. I only get mild pain sometimes.. Have good appetite..
No Vomiting or Severe Pain..
Can I delay cancel my surgery and maintain a oil free diet plus keep eating Udiliv tablet for years to get rid of this problem? Which is the right way for me? I don't want to risk my life..
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Gallstones with pain needs surgery to prevent complications
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Hello! Regarding your co-morbidities, definitely there will be risk of anesthesia and this procedure can not be done under local anesthesia.
Next Steps
1. Consult Pulmonary Medicine for your sleep Apnea. If he/she says that there will be high risk- just wait and watch
2. You can continue Tab. UDILIV
3. Ultrasound 6 monthly
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