Has anyone experienced pain on their left side during a gallbladder attack?

I am four years post op and have had severe type cramping in my left front and back below my rib area. I went to a gastronologist a year ago who did find small gallstones and felt that it was my gallbladder even though the pain is typically on the right side along with being diagnosed with IBS. He prescribed some medication and referred me to a surgeon, who at that time did not believe it could be a gallbladder attack because of the pain location. I had to go to the ER the other day because I had another severe attack (cramping, burning stabbing sensation, trouble breathing and nausea) and I could not relieve the pain with any medication I had. They found no problems from an ultrasound, but did find that I was dehydrated. Has anyone else experienced gallbladder attacks on their left side (even in the shoulder area) as I have? I am planning to see my gastronologist soon and would like any input. Thanks.

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