Travel Insurance for Gallstones
Had gallstones? Let us know in our online medical screening and we can consider cover for your trip.
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Get a QuoteWhat are gallstones?
Gallstones are hardened deposits that can form in the gallbladder and sometimes cause pain or digestive symptoms. It affects approximately 1 in 10 adults in the UK. Symptoms of gallstones differ from person to person, but many people successfully manage the condition through medication or ongoing care.
Please note that if you are currently on a waiting list for investigation or treatment for gallstones, this can affect your ability to obtain travel insurance or the level of cover available.
Travelling with gallstones may require a little more preparation, but for many people it doesn’t mean putting holiday plans on hold. With the right preparation, medical guidance, and suitable travel insurance, many people who manage gallstones with medication or supervision continue to travel abroad with confidence.
Why it’s worth having travel insurance if you have gallstones:
- Emergency medical treatment and hospital care abroad
- Medical transport or repatriation back to the UK if required
- Cancellation cover if you are unable to travel due to your condition
- 24-hour medical assistance while you are abroad
Travel advice for people with a digestive condition like gallstones
- Carry any medication for gallstones in your hand luggage in case of delays
- Be mindful of foods that may trigger symptoms when travelling abroad
- Drink plenty of bottled water and stay hydrated
- Allow flexibility in your plans in case gallstones flare up
If you have been diagnosed with gallstones, you might need to declare it when applying for travel insurance. Take care to read the medical declaration fully, so the details you give about your gallstones are complete.
Travel insurance is still available if you have gallstones. The cover offered depends on how the condition affects you and how well it is controlled, and clear, accurate answers in your medical declaration help make sure the right cover is arranged.
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* Please note that cover will vary depending on individual medical screenings.
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