GallstonesTreatment in Ahmedabad

Gallstones - symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

What is Gallstones

Gallstones are hardened deposits of digestive fluid that form in the gallbladder, a small organ located beneath the liver. They can vary in size from tiny grains of sand to larger golf ball-sized formations. Gallstones can develop when there is an imbalance in the substances that make up bile, such as cholesterol or bilirubin.

Type of Gallstones

Cholesterol Stones

These are the most common type and are usually yellow-green in color. They form when there is too much cholesterol in the bile.
Pigment Stones

These are smaller and darker and form when there is excess bilirubin in the bile.

Symptoms of Gallstones

Gallstones may not cause symptoms initially but can lead to sudden, severe pain in the upper right abdomen (known as biliary colic) if they block a bile duct.
Other symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes).

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Diagnosis of Gallstones

Imaging Test

Ultrasound is often used to diagnose gallstones because it can visualize the gallbladder and detect stones.
Other imaging tests such as CT scan or MRI may also be used.

Gallstones Treatment in Ahmedabad

Surgery

The most common treatment is surgical removal of the gallbladder (cholecystectomy), especially if the stones are causing symptoms or complications.

Medications

Some medications can dissolve gallstones, but they are typically only effective for certain types of stones.

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Risk Factor of Gallstones

Age

Gallstones become more common with age.
Gender

Women are more likely to develop gallstones.
Obesity

Being overweight or obese increases the risk.
Diet

High-fat, low-fiber diets can contribute to gallstone formation.

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FAQ’S

Can gallstones come back after surgery?

Once the gallbladder is removed (cholecystectomy), gallstones cannot recur in the gallbladder itself. However, in rare cases, stones can form in the bile ducts that remain after surgery, which may require further treatment.

What happens if gallstones are left untreated?

Untreated gallstones can lead to complications such as inflammation of the gallbladder (cholecystitis), blockage of the bile ducts, or pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas). These complications can be serious and require prompt medical attention.

Is surgery the only option for gallstones?

Surgery (cholecystectomy) is the most common treatment for symptomatic gallstones. However, for certain types of stones, medications that dissolve gallstones may be an option.