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Ultrasound Says Not Gallstones, So What Is It Posted: 04-20-07 18:31pm


I have had five episode over the last year where I begin to feel nauseated. This lead to strong pain under my breast bone which continues to increase until I vomit. The episode lasts 1 to 3 hours. Pain under my breast bone comes and goes as does heartburn (even though I take Nexium). Blood work and ultrasound say everything is fine. Doctor said I should have a HIDA scan. I'm not sure what to do at this point. I've read different responses of others who have had some of the same symptom, but the scan didn't reveal anything. Should I just put up with it?

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Posted: 04-20-07 21:41pm


Raff; A hidascan can be helpful in diagnosing a sluggish gall bladder, one which does not properly empty as it should. Your symptoms, although very uncomfortable and awful for you to deal with at times, are surprisingly not life threatening. (I know it can feel that way, though). If you are able to deal with this problem and do not wish to have surgery, then there is not much reason to go forward with a hidascan if you do not want to. If, however, your symptoms are severe enough that you would consider surgery if the test showed an improperly functioning gall bladder, then go ahead and have the test.

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