{"id":1157,"date":"2018-04-18T07:12:10","date_gmt":"2018-04-18T07:12:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/besthealth.guide\/?p=1157"},"modified":"2021-10-11T00:35:55","modified_gmt":"2021-10-11T00:35:55","slug":"7-gallstone-symptoms-suggesting-you-have-a-problem","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/besthealth.guide\/7-gallstone-symptoms-suggesting-you-have-a-problem\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Gallstone Symptoms Suggesting You Have a Problem"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"The gallbladder is a small organ that sits under the organ and has the primary function of storing bile. Bile is the digestive fluid in the body that is used to help break down fats. It has been found that anywhere from 20 to 25 million people in the United States alone suffer from some type of problem with their gallbladder. One of the most common problems that occur with the gallbladder is the development of gallstones.<\/p>\n

Gallstones are dissolved cholesterol and crystallized blocks of bile that can form in the gallbladder or on the bile duct. The bile duct is what carries the bile from the gallbladder to the small intestine. A gallstone can be as small as a grain of salt or as big as a golf ball. Many people have no symptoms at all when they have gallstones. However, there are several symptoms of gallstones that may occur. Here are seven signs that you may have a gallstone problem.<\/p>\n

1. Abdominal Pain<\/h3>\n

Pain in the abdominal area is a common symptom of many different health issues. However, if you experience dull pain near your liver, it is a common sign that there are gallstones<\/a> present. The pain will typically come after you eat and may last for a couple of hours or more before being resolved. Typically, this abdominal pain will be in the upper right part of the abdomen, close to the rib cage.<\/p>\n

However, the pain may also go through the shoulder and down into the upper back. Pain after eating a meal can occur just every once in a while or it may happen after every meal. It is more likely to occur after eating a meal that is extra large and contains a lot of fat.<\/p>\n

The pain will come and go repeatedly. Ongoing, chronic pain that lasts more than a couple of hours may occur as well and this is suggestive of a more severe issue with the gallbladder.<\/p>\n

\"\"2. No Relief from Pain Killers<\/h3>\n

When you are experiencing pain in the abdomen and throughout the back, chances are that you will first reach for an over the counter pain medication in order to get some relief. If the issue is caused by something else, the pain reliever should help to ease the pain. However, if the over the counter pain medication does not help alleviate the symptoms, it could be an indicator that there is an issue with the gallbladder.<\/p>\n

If you do not have any improvement in pain after moving positions, passing gas, or having a bowel movement, it could also be indicative of a gallbladder issue. It is important to discuss with your doctor exactly when the pain occurs, how long that it lasts as well as whether or not the pain goes away after taking medication. If the pain is not helped with medication, it can help the doctors target the gallbladder as a culprit more quickly.<\/p>\n

\"\"3. Jaundice<\/h3>\n

Jaundice presents as a yellowing of the skin along with the whites of the eyes. Some of the other symptoms of jaundice include pale-colored stools and dark urine. Many newborns have jaundice when they are born as it is caused by too much bilirubin in the blood. Jaundice is also a sign of gallbladder issues in adults. The gallbladder releases bile to the small intestine through the cystic duct. The cystic duct connects to a bile duct. When these ducts become obstructed, jaundice may occur. Think of these ducts as hoses.<\/p>\n

If you put a rock inside of the hose it is going to become clogged. When gallstones enter the ducts, they can cause them to become clogged. This may cause bile to build up inside the gallbladder, which can increase the amount of bilirubin. The bilirubin will build up in the blood, causing the yellowish skin and eyes.<\/p>\n

\"\"4. Nausea<\/h3>\n

One of the problems with diagnosing a gallbladder problem is that many people mistake the symptoms of gallstones and other gallbladder issues for heartburn<\/a>, acid reflux, or an upset stomach. This can mean that a person will ignore the symptoms or if the symptoms are persistent and they go to the doctor, it can be difficult to diagnose.<\/p>\n

If you are experiencing nausea or vomiting repeatedly and it occurs most of the time after you eat, this may be an indication of a problem with your gallbladder. Nausea is not as common as a symptom of gallstones is a pain in the abdomen.<\/p>\n

However, if there is a significant amount of nausea accompanied by vomiting it could be problematic. If you are feeling sick to your stomach and also have some of the other symptoms on this list, it is important to see your doctor right away.<\/p>\n

\"\"5. Pancreatitis<\/h3>\n

Pancreatitis<\/a> is when the pancreas becomes inflamed. If you have developed pancreatitis, it is a good idea to be checked for gallstones as well. The pancreas is located near the liver and works by discharging digestive enzymes into the digestive system, using the same track as what is used for bile.<\/p>\n

Since the two ducts meet near the intestine, a gallstone may affect the function of either of these ducts. If a gallstone leaves the gallbladder and becomes stuck in the duct of the pancreas, it may cause abdominal pain and inflammation.<\/p>\n

If this happens, it is likely that the gallbladder will need to be removed. Some of the symptoms of pancreatitis may include nausea and vomiting, a rapid pulse, abdominal pain, and possibly a fever. If you are suffering from pancreatitis, make sure that your doctor checks you for gallstones as well to make sure that is not the cause of the inflammation.<\/p>\n

\"\"6. Sudden Weight Loss<\/h3>\n

There are some problems that are associated with gallstones, which are not necessarily symptoms. Typically, a sudden loss of weight or gaining weight will occur and then gallbladder issues will then develop. People who are overweight<\/a> are more likely to develop gallstones. Losing weight can help reduce the risk of developing gallstones. However, losing weight rapidly can actually make a person more prone to developing gallstones.<\/p>\n

A person who has stapling surgery or gastric bypass surgery, which can cause rapid weight loss, may actually be more likely to develop gallstones. If you are overweight it is important to pace your weight loss. It is best to lose weight slowly and steadily by choosing to eat a healthy diet. Crash dieting can not only cause you to lose weight too fast, which can result in gallstones, but it can also cause other health issues as well.<\/p>\n

\"\"7. No Symptoms<\/h3>\n

It is possible for a person to have gallstones and not have any type of symptoms at all. Many people have gallstones and do not even realize it. This is because the stones will often remain quite small and will simply pass through the urinary tract<\/a> or through the feces without being noticed. Other people do have some of the symptoms listed, but the symptoms are not severe and the gallstones will pass without much issue, but perhaps a little bit of pain will occur.<\/p>\n

However, if you are not having any symptoms of gallstones, it does not mean that they will not cause any health issues. As a person gets older the risk of developing gallstones goes up. This may be because a small gallstone is not passed and it continues to grow throughout the years. As it grows it can cause several issues within the digestive system.<\/p>\n\r\n

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