Symptoms
Sudden pain in upper right abdomen, especially after fatty meals, nausea, sometimes jaundice.
Cause
Hardened deposits of cholesterol or bile forming in the gallbladder; more common with obesity and rapid weight loss.
Prevention
Maintain healthy weight, avoid rapid weight loss, eat a balanced diet with healthy fats.
Treatment
Pain management, dietary fat reduction; surgical removal of gallbladder (cholecystectomy) if stones recur or cause complications. Commonly used medicines: ursodeoxycholic acid for small stones; otherwise surgical removal.
See a doctor if
Severe abdominal pain lasting hours, fever, or yellowing of skin/eyes — needs prompt evaluation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early symptoms of Gallstones?
Sudden pain in upper right abdomen, especially after fatty meals, nausea, sometimes jaundice.
What causes Gallstones?
Hardened deposits of cholesterol or bile forming in the gallbladder; more common with obesity and rapid weight loss.
How can Gallstones be prevented?
Maintain healthy weight, avoid rapid weight loss, eat a balanced diet with healthy fats.
What is the treatment for Gallstones?
Pain management, dietary fat reduction; surgical removal of gallbladder (cholecystectomy) if stones recur or cause complications. Commonly used medicines: ursodeoxycholic acid for small stones; otherwise surgical removal.
When should I see a doctor for Gallstones?
Severe abdominal pain lasting hours, fever, or yellowing of skin/eyes — needs prompt evaluation.
Reviewed by the Swasthya Suchi pharmacy team for general accuracy · Last updated: 2026-08-10