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Gallstones Treatment in Johor Bahru

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Gallstones are hardened deposits that form in the gallbladder and are a common finding on abdominal ultrasound in Malaysia. They are more prevalent in women, those over 40, overweight individuals, and people with high cholesterol — all conditions common in the Malaysian population. Many gallstones cause no symptoms, but when a stone blocks the bile duct, it causes severe right upper abdominal pain, often after fatty meals.

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Symptoms of Gallstones

✓Sudden intense pain in the upper right abdomen or centre of abdomen
✓Pain radiating to the right shoulder or back
✓Pain typically occurring after fatty or heavy meals
✓Nausea and vomiting during pain episodes
✓Jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes) if a stone blocks the bile duct
✓Fever and chills if the gallbladder becomes infected (cholecystitis)

⚠️ When to See a Doctor

See a doctor for any recurrent upper right abdominal pain after meals. Seek urgent care if pain is severe and prolonged (more than 6 hours), accompanied by fever, or if you develop jaundice — these suggest complications including gallbladder infection or bile duct obstruction requiring hospital management.

Treatment at Klinik Muhibbah

Klinik Muhibbah assesses suspected gallstones clinically and with blood tests, and refers you for an abdominal ultrasound. We assess whether your symptoms are consistent with biliary colic (gallstone pain) and check for complications with liver function tests. For confirmed symptomatic gallstones, we refer to a general surgeon for consideration of laparoscopic cholecystectomy (keyhole gallbladder removal). For incidental asymptomatic gallstones, we provide monitoring and dietary advice.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Prabagaran Kanapathy
M.D(UNPAD) OHD(NIOSH) | MMC 63651
👨‍⚕️ Dr. Kirubah Sai Patnaik
MMC 93850

Prevention Tips

1Maintain a healthy weight — obesity significantly increases gallstone risk
2Avoid rapid weight loss through crash dieting, which promotes stone formation
3Eat a balanced diet low in saturated fats and refined carbohydrates
4Exercise regularly to reduce cholesterol levels
5Avoid skipping meals, which allows bile to concentrate and promotes stone formation

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a gallstone ultrasound cost at Klinik Muhibbah?▼
We do not perform abdominal ultrasound at the clinic; our doctors assess you and refer you for a scan where gallstones are suspected. Call +60 7-251 1162 for consultation details. Our doctors will discuss the findings and next steps with you once the scan report is back.
How are gallstones diagnosed?▼
Gallstones are primarily diagnosed through abdominal ultrasound, which can detect stones as small as a few millimetres. We refer you to an imaging centre or hospital for the scan. Liver function tests (LFT) are also done to check if stones are causing bile duct obstruction.
Are gallstones urgent — when should I seek care?▼
Mild, episodic pain after fatty meals can be assessed at a routine clinic visit. However, severe prolonged pain (more than a few hours), fever, or jaundice (yellow skin or eyes) associated with gallstones requires urgent or emergency hospital assessment, as these suggest serious complications such as cholecystitis or choledocholithiasis.

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