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gallbladder disease - Definition: (Source: International Food Information Council)

There are several different forms of gallbladder disease: 1) ...
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gallbladder disease - Images (Source: MedLinePlus)
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Causes of gallbladder disease (Source: MedLinePlus)
The gallbladder is a sac located under the liver. It stores and concentrates bile produced in the liver. Bile aids in the digestion of fats, and is released from the gallbladder into the upper small intestine ( duodenum ) in response to food (especially fats). Conditions that slow or obstruct the flow of bile out of the gallbladder result in gallbladder disease. Types of gallbladder disease include: Cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder); Cholelithiasis (gallstones). ...
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Symptoms of gallbladder disease (Source: MedLinePlus)
Abdominal fullness or gas; Abdominal pain that is: Severe; Located on the right side (right upper quadrant) or in the upper middle of the abdomen (epigastric); Decreased over 12 to 18 hours in uncomplicated cases; Recurrent or similar to pain in past; Occurring after meals; Worse during deep intake of breath; Radiating to back or below the right shoulder blade; Worse after eating or drinking fatty foods or fluids. ; Chest pain under the breastbone; Chills and shaking; Fever ; Heartburn ; Nausea and vomiting. ...
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gallbladder disease - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)
Treatment depends on the specific type of gallbladder disease. ...
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News on gallbladder disease
Hormone Replacement May Raise Women's Gallbladder Risk (MedicineNet)
Kawasaki Disease: No Link to Travolta Death (MedicineNet)

Further Reading on gallbladder disease

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