Gallstones are hard, crystalized deposits of digestive fluid made of substances found in bile, like cholesterol. If they cause symptoms, you may need to have your gallbladder removed. The ...

The long-term effects of gallbladder removal are usually positive, alleviating chronic pain associated with cholecystitis (gallbladder inflammation) while reducing the risk of gallstones. However, ...

An abdominal ultrasound is an imaging test using sound waves that can used to view internal organs, including the gallbladder. A healthcare provider may order one if symptoms, such as abdominal pain, ...

Gallstone disease is associated with the development of inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn disease and ulcerative colitis. Gallstone disease (GSD) is associated with an increased risk for ...