Gallbladder

We look into some of the best and the worst foods for people with gallbladder problems.

While gallbladder problems are common, there’s not a lot of general knowledge about the organ itself, so let’s put the spotlight on this important part of our body with 13 facts about it…

There are cases where the gallbladder can become inflamed and cause more harm than good, and that’s when doctors will recommend it come out. Here are 12 things you should know about the procedure and what to expect afterwards.

Being able to recognize the signs of a gallbladder attack is important to your health and ability to sustain the attack.

Depending on risk factors such as gender, age and lifestyle, a person can develop gallstones that block the flow of bile, or develop a range of gallbladder diseases. In any case, you’ll experience symptoms that are less than pleasant. Here are 14 signs to watch for.

Gallstones are literally small stones that take shape in the gallbladder. Typically made of cholesterol, they can be completely harmless if they remain small and stay out of important passageways leading in and out of the gallbladder. However, should they become wedged in a duct of the gallbladder, they have the potential to cause serious […]

As the name suggests, gallstones are tiny stones that build up inside the gallbladder. These stones, which are typically composed of cholesterol, don’t always cause significant health issues, but when they do the treatments range from mild (dietary changes) to intense (surgery). Problems typically arise when the stones get stuck in a part of the […]