Millions of people in the United States have their gallbladder taken out every year, making it the most performed surgery. Many women have asked if gallstones have any affect on fertility, but the general consensus of doctors seems to be that they don't.
However, excess estrogen can lead to issues with your gallbladder, so double check with your physician to make sure there's no risk from any fertility medication you're taking. Learn more about gallstones here.
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