Gallstones Flashcards

(4 cards)

1
Q

What are gallstones

A

Occur when hard material or fatty deposits form in gallbladder

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2
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When will gallstones become problematic?

A

When they block billary system (pain infection and inflammation can occur)

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3
Q

What is drug treatment for gallstones

A

Analgesia like Nsaid or paracetamol

Intramuscular diclofenac when pain is severe

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4
Q

What is actual treatment of gallstones

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Surgery

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