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Topic Overview Several conditions or situations may require surgery to remove the gallbladder . Surgery usually is needed when: Your gallbladder suddenly becomes inflamed or infected (cholecystitis). …
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… such as tardive dyskinesia . You need special tests. You need to change or adjust your … such as tardive dyskinesia . You need special tests. You need to change or adjust your …
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… 24 hours after the injury. If stitches may be needed, avoid using an antiseptic or … over a joint, especially if the bite opens when the joint is moved or if pulling apart … in.) that are deeper than 6.5 mm (0.25 in.) when the edges are pulled apart. Bites that …
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… Overview It is important to determine if your wound needs to be closed by a doctor. … how soon it should be treated. Wounds that have an increased risk of infection, such as … over a joint, especially if the wound opens when the joint is moved or if pulling the …
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… Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow … Wait and see if you have another attack. Key points to remember If you feel comfortable …
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Condition Basics What are gallstones? Gallstones are stones that form in the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a small sac located just under the liver. It stores bile released by the liver. Bile helps …
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… pain is first treated with a medicine such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. If you have … pain is first treated with a medicine such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. If you have …
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… gas, or diarrhea (post-cholecystectomy syndrome). References Citations Glasgow RE, … gas, or diarrhea (post-cholecystectomy syndrome). References Citations Glasgow RE, …
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Surgery Overview Laparoscopic gallbladder surgery (cholecystectomy) removes the gallbladder through several small cuts (incisions) in the belly. The surgeon inflates your belly with air or carbon …
