Watchful waiting if gallstones are not causing symptoms
Pain control with prescribed analgesics during attacks
Low-fat diet to reduce symptom triggers
Oral bile acid medicines in selected cases to dissolve certain cholesterol stones
Endoscopic removal of stones from the bile duct if they are causing blockage
Surgical removal of the gallbladder for recurrent or symptomatic gallstones
Emergency treatment for complications such as infection, pancreatitis, or severe blockage
Seek urgent medical care for fever, jaundice, persistent vomiting, or severe abdominal pain