Gallstones are hardened deposits of digestive fluid (bile) and cholesterol salts that can form in your gallbladder. They can range in size from a grain of sand to a golf ball.

While some medications are promoted with the promise of dissolving gallstones, they are rarely effective and may end up causing more harm and complication due to inadequate treatment when your are having problems. Gallstones almost never disssolve but actually gradually increase in size over years once formed. Surgical removal is the gold standard for lasting relief.

"Silent" gallstones often don't require immediate surgery. However, once you experience your first "gallbladder attack" (pain) or nausea or frequent gas problems after meals, the risk of future attacks or complications like jaundice or pancreatitis increases significantly.

Laparoscopic surgery (keyhole surgery) involves 3-4 tiny incisions (5-10mm) rather than one large 6-inch cut. This results in: • Minimal scarring. • Significantly less pain. • Faster discharge (often within 24 hours) Most patients treated by Dr. Ghosh return to light office work within 5-7 days. However, you should avoid heavy lifting (more than 5kg) for at least 4 weeks to ensure internal healing.

If we only removed the stones, the diseased gallbladder would simply form new stones. Removing the gallbladder is the only way to prevent recurrence and further complications.

Yes. Your liver will still produce bile to digest food; it will simply flow directly into the small intestine instead of being stored. Most patients notice no difference in their digestion after a short recovery period of 2 to3 weeks. For the first 2 weeks, we recommend a low-fat, high-fiber diet to help your system adjust. Eventually, you will be able to return to a normal, healthy diet.

You can book an appointment with Dr. Ghosh at any of our three Gurgaon locations: Sector 84, Sector 8, or Sector 43. You can reach our team directly at 7023002775 or 8527700181. We offer Specialized Services: • Laparoscopic Surgery: Gallstones (Cholecystectomy), Appendix, and All types of Hernias. • Laser Proctology: Piles, Fistula, and Fissure (Minimally Invasive). • Advanced Hernia Care: AWR & Complex Hernia Repair. • General Surgery: Breast Lumps (Fibroadenoma), Cyst/Lump Excision, and Circumcision.