Many times, gallbladder disease can be managed with diet. I manage mine. Low fat or pay the price. There is always the possibility, however, that one can have an acute gallbladder attack and require emergency surgery. If you are asking about yourself, I would recommend you talk to your doctor about how to best manage the symptoms -- and whether or not he thinks it's in your best interest to do so. Here's a link from Medline with lots of great information: www.nlm.nih.gov
