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Gallbladder stones (cholelithiasis) are hardened deposits of bile - Primarily cholesterol or bilirubin
Gallbladder stones (cholelithiasis) are hardened deposits of bile - primarily cholesterol or bilirubin that form inside the gallbladder. Ranging from sand-sized grains to golf balls, they often cause "gallstone attacks" (intense, right-side abdominal pain) when blocking bile ducts, though many remain asymptomatic.
Homeopathy is an alternative medicine approach that focuses on treating the individual's overall symptoms, not just the gallstones themselves. Some people find symptomatic relief.
Important highlights and key medical insights about this condition.
Types & Composition: Mostly composed of cholesterol (yellowish), though some are made of bilirubin (pigment stones).
Symptoms: Many are "silent," but symptomatic stones cause intense pain in the upper abdomen or under the right shoulder, known as a gallbladder attack.
Risk Factors ("The 4 Fs"): Female, Forty (or over), Fertile (pregnant/hormones), and Fat (obesity/high cholesterol). Other risks include rapid weight loss and diabetes.
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Gallbladder stones (cholelithiasis) most commonly affect women, individuals over 40–60 years old, and those who are obese or experiencing rapid weight loss.
See a doctor immediately for gallbladder stones if you experience severe, persistent abdominal pain (especially in the upper right side), fever, chills, yellowing of the skin/eyes (jaundice), or severe nausea and vomiting.
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Complications: Left untreated, they can cause inflammation (cholecystitis), bile duct blockage (jaundice), or pancreatitis.
Myth: You can live normally without a gallbladder. Fact: True, the liver still produces bile, but you might need to adjust diet habits.
Myth: Only fat people get them. Fact: Rapid weight loss or skipping meals can cause them.
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