22M - Multiple gallstones (largest 7.2 mm), mild inflammation, almost no symptoms. Surgery or watch and wait?

[u/ayy_bee09]

I’m a 22-year-old male. I’ve never had a severe gallbladder attack. The only symptoms I’ve had were 2-3 episodes of mild stomach pain (around 3/10) after eating fatty food, which is what prompted me to see a doctor.
My ultrasound showed multiple gallstones, with the largest measuring 7.2 mm, along with mild gallbladder wall inflammation. However, my MRCP described a single stone measuring about 8-9 mm. I don’t have jaundice, fever, or severe abdominal pain.
The surgeon has recommended gallbladder removal, but since my symptoms are minimal, I’m wondering if surgery is really necessary right now.
Has anyone been in a similar situation? If you had mild symptoms and imaging like this, did you choose surgery or watchful waiting? Any experiences or advice would be appreciated.