Gallbladder disease refers to several conditions that affect the health and function of the gallbladder—a small, pear-shaped organ that plays an important role in the digestive system. The gallbladder ...

It is estimated that in the United States, there are 20.5 million cases of gallbladder disease. Of them, 14.2 million occurred in women, according to Cleveland Clinic. The National Center for ...

A new study suggests a blood test could distinguish gallbladder cancer from gallstones by tracking changes in metabolites and bile acids.

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – Gallbladder disease is one of the most common digestive disorders in the U.S.,, affecting millions of people. Dr. Artem Dyatlov, a general surgeon with Hartford healthCare ...

Many people assume burning stomach pain or discomfort after meals is simply acidity, but in some cases, the gallbladder may be responsible. Early diagnosis and proper treatment can help prevent ...

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 acts as a storage reservoir for bile, a fluid essential for breaking down dietary fats. Biliary colic often strikes after fatty meals when the organ contracts against a blockage. Pain ...

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 ...

Itchy skin may be a symptom of gallbladder cancer if other symptoms are present, such as yellow skin and eyes, fever, or unexplained weight loss. Itching can be a symptom of gallbladder cancer, but, ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Despite concerns that one of the newer forms of birth control pill might carry a higher risk of gallbladder disease, a new study suggests that is not the case. It's been ...

The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ in the upper-right abdomen. It stores and releases bile, which is a liquid the liver produces, to support digestion by helping to break down fats. The ...