You're certainly not too young for it - a close friend had to have her gallblader removed after a pregnancy and she was in her mid 20s. Also regarding the charcoal tablets. You may find a little relief using them (I used them years ago) but beware that if you're taking other meds, vitamins, or supplements around the same time as the charcoal, the charcoal can absorb them and send them out of your system. So you might not see as much benefit there. Just be sure you're having regular blood tests to be sure all your vitamin levels remain normal. Good luck and hang in there!