The gallbladder stores the bile produced
by the liver. The most common problems of the gallbladder are cholecystitis and cholelithiasis. People who suffer from some form of
gallbladder disease develop symptoms like pain in the right upper abdomen, fever,
loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, yellowish skin and eyes, and grey-coloured
stools.
The reason for the development of
gallstones is excess cholesterol in the diet,
increased bilirubin levels, and improper emptying of the gallbladder. If gallbladder stones are not treated
promptly, they can lead to many complications like cholecystitis, blockage of
the bile duct, and gallbladder cancer.
Usually, gallbladder problems are
diagnosed with the help of abdominal ultrasound, endoscopic ultrasound, CT,
MRI, and blood tests.
Treatment for
gallbladder stones involves
cholecystectomy which refers to the surgical removal of the gallbladder.
Laparoscopic removal of the gallbladder is the most commonly used procedure
nowadays. It usually takes about 3 to 4 weeks to recover after the surgery. The
surgery is performed by a gastrointestinal surgeon or general surgeon.
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