About Gallstones
Gallstones are stones in the gallbladder. They may cause right upper abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and pain after fatty meals.
Gallstones symptoms
- right upper abdominal pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- pain after fatty food
- back or shoulder pain
Common causes of Gallstones
- cholesterol stones
- obesity
- female sex
- pregnancy
- rapid weight loss
Gallstones treatment options
- Seek urgent care for severe pain, fever, jaundice, vomiting, or suspected gallbladder infection.
Safe home care for Gallstones
- avoid fatty meals
- do not ignore severe pain
- follow surgical advice if symptomatic
Emergency signs for Gallstones
- difficulty breathing
- chest pain
- confusion or fainting
- severe dehydration
- blood in vomit, stool, urine, or sputum
- severe abdominal pain
- high fever that does not improve
- symptoms in pregnancy, infants, elderly patients, or immunocompromised patients
Medicines related to Gallstones
Ask a qualified doctor or pharmacist before using medicines for Gallstones.
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