Gallbladder Polyp

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It sounds like you have classic gallbladder symptoms. Frequently those with gallbladder issues will also have pale stools. A malfunctioning gallbladder can create symptoms similar to IBS.

The ultrasound can show certain structures, but is a limited imaging tool. When I had my ultrasound they were unable to conclusively decide whether I had polyps or stones lodged against the wall the of gallbladder. What the ultrasound cannot see if is you have microcrystals aka "sludge" these are precursors to the formation of stones and can create the classic gallbladder symptoms.

Other than polyps or stones, there can be other organic reasons why a gallbladder would fail.

In most cases once they have conducted the ultrasound they would then schedule a patient for a HIDA scan to test how well the gallbladder is functioning.

If polyps are above a certain size, they will strongly suggest that the gallbladder be removed w/o a HIDA scan. Why? The concern is that larger polyps will become cancerous. Gallbladder cancer is rather rare, but doctors want to be cautious.