Patient's question:
Can diabetic patients undergo gallstone surgery? Because I am getting older now, and my diabetes is quite severe. I have also developed gallstones now. I would like to ask if surgery is possible? If surgery is not performed, what risks would there be? Can traditional Chinese medicine be used?Doctor's answer:
If you have gallstones but must undergo surgery, this situation can still be handled, and there is no need to worry too much. This is because wound healing in diabetic patients may be relatively slower, and there is a possibility of experiencing some conditions that take longer to fully recover from. Therefore, if the symptoms are not severe, and conservative treatment is an option, it is advisable to start with that. Regulate physical and mental health, maintain personal hygiene, and avoid bacterial invasion due to weakened immunity.