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 ...

That said, many gallbladder problems, such as gallstones, are interconnected. This means that a lot of the signs or symptoms may be similar regardless of the underlying cause. A doctor may discuss ...

Dehydration can also increase bile concentration facilitating gallstone formation. Signs and Symptoms Symptoms of gallstones blockages and resulting cholecystitis can include sharp pain radiating ...

A new analysis from the Health Professionals Follow-up Study in the US has linked diets high in carbohydrate to an increased risk of symptomatic gallstone disease in men. The study population ...

While many people with gallstones remain symptom-free, around 10 per cent will experience symptoms within five years.