Dr Ashish Sachan - Laparoscopic, GI cancer and bariatric weight loss Surgeon

The gallbladder is a small organ underneath the liver that concentrates and stores bile. Bile is fluid made by the liver and released into the small intestine to help digestion. Changes in bile concentration and composition caused by changes in diet, hormones, medications, or rapid weight loss or weight gain can result in formation of solid pieces of bile called gallstones. In India, more than 6 million men and 14 million women have had gallstone disease. A small portion of people with gallstones may experience occasional abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting, often after meals. Gallstones can sometimes migrate out of the gallbladder, block the normal flow of bile, and lead to inflammation and infection of the gallbladder. This is called cholecystitis and can cause sharp, constant abdominal pain, fever, nausea, and vomiting. These symptoms warrant a visit to a physician, who can arrange for an ultrasound and make a referral to a surgeon if appropriate. Patients who have c...

Gallstones are tiny, hard, crystalline masses which occur on the gallbladder or bile ducts in abnormal instances. Cholesterol, bile pigments, and calcium salts can produce gallstones. Gallstones and severe pain are intimately connected. The stones block the bile duct. Even a partial blockage can cause severe irritation, not to mention inflammation of the gall bladder of a patient. Pain may last 3 hours or longer and may even lead to fever or jaundice. For the treatment of gallstones, you need to consult Dr Ashish Sachan - best laparoscopic surgeon in dilshad garden, East delhi Among the entire population, some are more prone to develop gallstones: Women Genetic tendency Diabetics Those on birth control pills or pregnant. Those who are obese Gallstones may not cause symptoms at all. However, it's essential to contact the best gastroenterologist if you experience the symptoms listed below. Acute pain in the belly and back. Nausea Bloating Vomiting Gas Indigestion Acid re...