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Gallbladder stones or pieces of solid material that form in the gallbladder. Many people have gallbladder stones without any symptoms for their entire lives. Severe cases may require surgery.
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
This condition does not always need treatment unless it causes problems. If symptoms are present, surgery to remove the gallbladder can be done. If your doctor thinks surgery is risky and the symptoms are mild, a medication may be prescribed.
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Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)
Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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Gallbladder Health for Women 30-45: Signs & Your Next Steps
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Women 30 to 45 are at higher risk for gallstones; key signs include right upper abdominal pain after fatty meals that may radiate to the shoulder or back, plus nausea, bloating, and indigestion, and you should seek urgent care for fever, persistent severe pain, jaundice, dark urine, or pale stools. Next steps usually include a medical evaluation with ultrasound, diet and lifestyle adjustments, and considering laparoscopic removal if attacks recur. There are several factors to consider, including hormones, pregnancy, rapid weight changes, diet, and family history, so see below for complete details that can shape the safest plan for you.
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* Shabanzadeh DM, Sørensen LT. Symptoms and complications of gallstone disease: a prospective population-based study. Scand J Gastroenterol. 2017 Jan;52(1):153-159. doi: 10.1080/00365521.2016.1228519. PMID: 27606338.
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* Anand G, Ma C, Chang M, Vuppalanchi R, Woreta TA, Li D, Lim JK, Singh S, Agrawal D. American Gastroenterological Association Clinical Practice Guideline on the Medical Management of Gallstones. Gastroenterology. 2024 Feb;166(2):331-344. doi: 10.1053/j.gastro.2023.10.026. Epub 2023 Nov 2. PMID: 37924765.
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