Most people rarely, if ever, think about their gallbladders. But Ozempic® (semaglutide) has brought the small organ into the spotlight. Gallbladder diseases, like gallstones and gallbladder ...

Gallbladder stones, or cholelithiasis, are small, hardened deposits that form inside the gallbladder, the small organ that stores bile to aid digestion. While often associated with diet or lifestyle, ...

Doctors can test for gallbladder issues using a combination of physical exams, blood tests, and imaging studies. Several issues can affect the gallbladder, including gallstones, inflammation, or ...

The gallbladder is a small, grape sized, organ attached to the digestive tract. It secretes a fluid called bile into it in response to a meal. Bile emulsifies dietary fats by increasing their exposure ...

Former national women’s volleyball team star Janet Wanja, whose powerful sets thrilled fans for over a decade, lost her battle with gallbladder cancer at her Nairobi home while receiving palliative ...

Your gallbladder and pancreas are more connected than you might think — and trouble in one can spark problems in the other. Gallstones, for example, can block the bile duct, trapping digestive enzymes ...

Moderate alcohol consumption for men is defined as up to two drinks per day, and for women, it’s up to one drink per day. Remember to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice and ...

Experts think some people may be at greater risk than others due to their genetics. Having a family history of gallbladder problems may put you at increased risk of any type of gallbladder disease.

Replacing red and processed meat (80 g/wk) with legumes was associated with a lower rate of gallbladder disease, according to a UK Biobank study. Over a median follow-up duration of 10.5 years, 3772 ...