Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Gallstones are hard, solid deposits that form in the gallbladder, a pear-shaped organ in ...

As cholesterol is the primary ingredient in most gallstones, it's sensible to avoid too many saturated or animal fats. A recent study of people in southern Italy found that a diet rich in sugars ...

Symptoms of Gallstones 1. Abdominal Pain: The most prominent sign is severe ... referred to as biliary colic and may also ...

Pain is the most common symptom of a gallbladder problem. It can be mild and intermittent or quite severe and frequent. It may begin to radiate to other areas of the body, including the back and ...

Gallstone attacks can cause extreme pain in the upper-right quarter of the abdomen, often extending to the back. The most common medical treatment for gallstones is surgical removal of the ...

Believe it or not, surgery is the main treatment for serious gallstone pain. It's common. If you can't have it, meds may help, but probably not as much as surgery. If you get your gallbladder ...