Help! Now I have gallstones.

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Hi all -

First, thanks for all of your responses to my earlier post asking about PPI's -

the information was very helpful, and appreciated. Here's a big virtual hug to

all of you!

Long story short - the digestive issues led to having an ultrasound yesterday

and it showed gallstones and I see a gastroenterologist next Tuesday. Most

likely he will recommend gall bladder removal. Some fellow cancer survivors are

suggesting " natural " alternatives including diet changes and supplements. I've

found some information suggesting that Gleevec can cause Cholecystitis

(Gallbladder Inflammation)and posts from various patients on Gleevec who also

got gallstones.

I'd appreciate information and links to resources to better understand the role

Gleevec may or may not play in causing gall bladder issues before I go to the

gastro guy next week. Has anyone else had to deal with this? What did you decide

to do? Are there any special precautions that are needed for CML patients if you

have surgery? Anything you wish you had known that you'd like to pass along that

could help with this?

Thanks in advance for your help and support. Now I need to run to the bathroom.

(Just kidding!)

Pat in Phoenix