Gall bladder

Pain is the most common symptom of a gallbladder problem. It can be mild and intermittent or quite severe and frequent. It may begin to radiate to other areas of the body, including the back and chest. This pain will often be accompanied by other symptoms. Read on to learn more about the gallbladder and how to identify a problem. Share on Pinterest Gallbladder conditions share similar symptoms. These include: • Pain. It usually occurs in the mid to • Nausea or vomiting. Chronic gallbladder disease may cause • Fever or chills. This may be a sign of infection and should be treated immediately. • Chronic diarrhea. Defined as • Jaundice. Marked by • Stool abnormality. • Discolored urine. Any disease that affects your gallbladder is considered a • Inflammation of the gallbladder. This is called cholecystitis. It can be either • Common bile duct infection. An infection may develop if the common bile duct is • Gallbladder polyps. These are abnormal tissue growths that may be benign. Larger polyps may need to be surgically removed before they develop into • Porcelain gallbladder. This is when • Gallbladder cancer. Although rare, if not detected and treated, • Gallstones. These are small, hardened deposits that form in the gallbladder. They can cause acute cholecystitis. More on gallstones and their complications below. In fact, many people have gallstones and aren’t aware of them. They eventually cause problems, including inflammation, infection, and pain. Other gallbladder proble...

Gallstones Gallstones are hardened deposits of bile that can form in your gallbladder. Bile is a digestive fluid produced in your liver and stored in your gallbladder. When you eat, your gallbladder contracts and empties bile into your small intestine (duodenum). Gallstones are hardened deposits of digestive fluid that can form in your gallbladder. Your gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ on the right side of your abdomen, just beneath your liver. The gallbladder holds a digestive fluid called bile that's released into your small intestine. Gallstones range in size from as small as a grain of sand to as large as a golf ball. Some people develop just one gallstone, while others develop many gallstones at the same time. People who experience symptoms from their gallstones usually require gallbladder removal surgery. Gallstones that don't cause any signs and symptoms typically don't need treatment. Symptoms Gallstones may cause no signs or symptoms. If a gallstone lodges in a duct and causes a blockage, the resulting signs and symptoms may include: • Sudden and rapidly intensifying pain in the upper right portion of your abdomen • Sudden and rapidly intensifying pain in the center of your abdomen, just below your breastbone • Back pain between your shoulder blades • Pain in your right shoulder • Nausea or vomiting Gallstone pain may last several minutes to a few hours. When to see a doctor Make an appointment with your doctor if you have any signs or symptoms that worry...

Contents • 1 Structure • 1.1 Microanatomy • 1.2 Variation • 1.3 Development • 2 Function • 3 Clinical significance • 3.1 Gallstones • 3.2 Inflammation • 3.3 Gallbladder removal • 3.4 Complication • 3.5 Cancer • 3.6 Tests • 4 Other animals • 5 History • 6 Society and culture • 7 See also • 8 References • 9 External links Structure The gallbladder is a hollow The gallbladder is shaped like a pear, with its tip opening into the fundus, body, and neck. The fundus is the rounded base, angled so that it faces the body lies in a depression in the surface of the lower liver. The neck tapers and is continuous with the Lymphatic drainage of the gallbladder follows the cystic node, which is located between the cystic duct and the common hepatic duct. Lymphatics from the lower part of the organ drain into lower Microanatomy The gallbladder wall is composed of a number of layers. The innermost surface of the gallbladder wall is lined by a single layer of The rugae. A muscular layer sits beneath the mucosa. This is formed by Rokitansky–Aschoff sinuses, deep outpouchings of the mucosa that can extend through the muscular layer, and which indicate The outer layer of the fundus of gallbladder, and the surfaces not in contact with the liver, are covered by a thick Variation The gallbladder varies in size, shape, and position among different people. The location of the gallbladder in relation to the liver may also vary, with documented variants including gallbladders found within, An Develop...

What is gallbladder disease? Gallbladder disease includes inflammation, infection, stones or blockage of the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a sac located under the liver. It stores and concentrates bile produced in the liver. Bile aids in the digestion of fat and is released from the gallbladder into the upper small intestine in response to food (especially fats). Types of gallbladder disease include: • • • Chronic acalculous gallbladder disease (in which the natural movements needed to empty the gallbladder do not work well) • Gangrene or abscesses • Growths of tissue in the gallbladder • Congenital defects of the gallbladder • • Tumors of the gallbladder and bile ducts Symptoms The mildest and most common symptom of gallbladder disease is intermittent pain called biliary colic. Typically, a patient experiences a steady gripping or gnawing pain in the upper right abdomen near the rib cage, which can be severe and can radiate to the upper back. Some patients with biliary colic experience the pain behind the breastbone. Nausea or vomiting may occur. Between 1 percent and 3 percent of people with symptomatic gallstones develop inflammation in the gallbladder (acute cholecystitis), which occurs when stones or sludge block the duct. The symptoms are similar to those of biliary colic but are more persistent and severe. They include pain in the upper right abdomen that is severe and constant and may last for days. Pain frequently increases when drawing a breath. About a third o...

Gallbladder blockages, such as gallstones, can cause severe pain and illness. Gallbladder problems often require urgent medical attention. The gallbladder is an internal organ Severe pain and discomfort can result if a blockage occurs or if it stops functioning correctly, pain and discomfort can occur. In this article, we look at the function of the gallbladder, some common gallbladder problems and their symptoms, treatment options, and the long-term outlook. Share on Pinterest Eloisa Ramos/Stocksy Some common gallbladder problems include: Gallstones (cholelithiasis) They occur when high levels of fat and bile cause crystals to form. These crystals may combine over time and expand into stones. Gallstones may or may not cause symptoms. If symptoms occur, they • • • • • • Anyone with symptoms of gallstones should seek medical attention immediately. Common bile duct stones (choledocholithiasis) Small tubes transport bile from the gallbladder and deposit it in the common bile duct. From there, it moves to the small intestine. Sometimes, gallstones can lodge or form in the common bile duct. These stones usually A primary common bile duct stone is one that forms in the bile duct itself. They are less common but more likely to cause an infection than secondary stones. Symptoms of common bile duct stones include: • pain in the upper right abdomen • jaundice • • pale stools • dark urine Gallbladder cancer Gallbladder Symptoms include: • abdominal pain • nausea or vomiting • • • • j...

Overview What is gallbladder disease? Gallbladder disease refers to any condition that affects the health of your Gallbladder disease can begin in your gallbladder itself or in the bile ducts connected to it. Any infection or blockage in these ducts can back up into your gallbladder. Because the bile ducts connect your gallbladder with other organs in your digestive system, gallbladder disease can affect these other organs too. What conditions affect the gallbladder? Gallbladder diseases include: • Gallstones (cholelithiasis). Gallstones are the most common cause of gallbladder problems, but they don’t always cause problems. Gallstones develop when excess bile products in your gallbladder — usually cholesterol — accumulate into lumps, which can continue to grow and accumulate. You can have gallstones without symptoms and never know they are there. But they can cause problems if they block the flow of bile in the gallbladder or bile ducts. • Cholecystitis (inflammation). Cholecystitis is the most common symptom of gallbladder disease, and it can cause problems of its own. Cholecystitis (inflammation) can be a sign of an infection or blockage of the gallbladder, a functional obstruction or, more rarely, cancer. It’s most often caused by gallstones blocking the flow of bile. Chronic inflammation can cause scarring of the gallbladder tissue and, eventually, gangrene and even perforation (tearing). • Biliary dyskinesia. Also called functional gallbladder disorder, biliary dyski...

Gallbladder and bile duct The gallbladder serves as a reservoir for a yellow-green fluid produced in the liver, called bile. Bile flows from the liver into the gallbladder, where it's held until needed during the digestion of food. When you eat, the gallbladder releases bile into the bile duct. It's then carried to the upper part of the small intestine, called the duodenum, to help break down fat in food. Cholecystitis (ko-luh-sis-TIE-tis) is inflammation of the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ on the right side of the belly (abdomen), beneath the liver. The gallbladder holds a digestive fluid (bile) that's released into the small intestine. In most cases, gallstones blocking the tube leading out of the gallbladder cause cholecystitis. This results in a bile buildup that can cause inflammation. Other causes of cholecystitis include bile duct problems, tumors, serious illness and certain infections. Symptoms Symptoms of cholecystitis may include: • Severe pain in your upper right or center abdomen • Pain that spreads to your right shoulder or back • Tenderness over your abdomen when it's touched • Nausea • Vomiting • Fever Cholecystitis symptoms often occur after a meal, particularly a large or fatty one. When to see a doctor Make an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms that worry you. If your abdominal pain is so severe that you can't sit still or get comfortable, have someone drive you to the emergency room. Gallstones ...

Function What is the function of the gallbladder? Your gallbladder is part of your How does the gallbladder help other organs? Your gallbladder is connected to other parts of your digestive system through a series of What does the gallbladder do? Before you start eating, your gallbladder is full of bile. When you start eating, your gallbladder receives signals to contract and squeeze the stored bile through the biliary tract. The bile eventually finds its way to your largest bile duct, the common bile duct. Bile passes through the common bile duct into the duodenum, the first part of your Conditions and Disorders What are common issues that affect the gallbladder? Several conditions can cause problems in your gallbladder. The most common condition is gallstones. Gallstones are typically harmless but can sometimes lead to disease states. Gallbladder issues include: • Gallstones: Gallstones are pebble-like objects made of bile material that develop in the gallbladder or bile ducts. They can be as tiny as grains of sand to as large as golf balls. They’re usually harmless but can cause pain, nausea or inflammation. • Cholecystitis: Cholecystitis is inflammation of your gallbladder. It can occur when a gallstone blocks bile from exiting your gallbladder. Cholecystitis causes fever and pain and usually requires surgery. • Gallstone pancreatitis: Gallstone pancreatitis is inflammation of your pancreas. It occurs when a gallstone travels down the common bile duct and blocks the pa...

Your gallbladder is a part of your biliary system, which is made up of your Bile is a thick liquid that’s green, brown, or yellow in color. It’s used to help with the digestion of fats and is produced by your liver. It’s estimated that your liver can produce During a meal, bile moves from the liver directly to the The gallbladder stores and concentrates bile. It typically holds Your gallbladder is located in the right upper quadrant of your abdomen. This is the area on the right side of your abdomen that ranges from the bottom of your sternum (breastbone) to your navel. Inside your body, the gallbladder can be found under the liver. It’s approximately the size of a small pear. One of the most common symptoms of a gallbladder issue is pain. This pain can: • come on suddenly • intensify quickly • occur in the • happen following a meal, often in the evening hours • last a varying amount of time, from minutes to hours Other indications that you may have a gallbladder issue are digestive symptoms. These can include Gallstones It’s unclear what causes gallstones. However, several risk factors include, but are not limited to: • being female • carrying excess weight • eating a diet high in fat or cholesterol Many people with gallstones don’t experience symptoms. However, when stones Cholecystitis Some of the most common symptoms of cholecystitis include: • severe pain located in the upper right or center of the abdomen • pain that spreads or radiates to the right shoulder or back ...

Your gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ that’s tucked below your liver. You probably don’t think much about it -- until it hurts. Your gallbladder releases a greenish fluid called bile every time you eat to help your body digest fats and vitamins. The bile flows down to your small intestine through tubes called ducts. When something goes wrong with your gallbladder or the bile ducts, the upper right side of your belly may hurt. You may also feel: • Pain in your back or chest, especially when you take deep breaths • Feverish • Like throwing up • Bloated • Itchy • Tired Other common symptoms include yellow skin and eyes (known as Causes Gallstones. These are the top reason for gallbladder pain. You get them when bile clumps together into hard masses. These attacks often happen after a big steak dinner or other fatty meals, and they can last for many hours. But most people who have gallstones don’t know it. These “silent” stones don’t cause problems in your organs. Diagnostic tests like an ultrasound , a magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP), an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), blood test,, or other imaging tests can show if you have gallstones. Your doctor can get rid of them with surgery, medication, or even shockwaves. Bile duct stones. These are either gallstones that get stuck in your bile ducts or stones that form there. They may give you no trouble until they block the bile ducts. Then you might have serious pain in your belly ...