The gallbladder is located under the liver. The gall bladders job is to store the bile that helps us digest fat. There are two types of gall bladder disease: Cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder) and Cholelithiasis (gallstones). The symptoms are usually pain, nausea or vomiting. You may also feel like there is a hard object in your abdomen.
What Causes It?
It is unclear what causes Gallbladder Disease. However, there are several factors which increase the likelihood of its development. Women are at greater risk than men. The older you get the higher your risk. Women who are on hormone replacement therapy are also at increased risk. If you are nonchalant about nutrition and exercise, you may also be at increased risk.
Is Gallbladder Disease Hereditary
There is a genetic predisposition associated with this condition. If a family member has been diagnosed with this condition, be sure to look out for the signs. Any changes in the way your stomach feels, any pain or tenderness should be cause for concern. Also if anyone in your family has experiences other internal difficulties such as ulcerative colitis or irritable bowel syndrome it may be prudent to also look out for the signs. The gastro-intestinal organs work together and a problem with one may signal other problems as well.
Treatment Options
The only person who can properly diagnose gallbladder disease is a physician. Nausea and Pain are quite common in the realm of medical illness. Consult with your physician if you exhibit these symptoms. The doctor mostly likely will take an ultrasound to determine if this is indeed the problem. You may receive a prescription to help melt or break up the stones. Sometimes, sound waves directed at the gallbladder is used to break up stones. There are also tons of homeopathic remedies that can help dissolve stones or ease symptoms.
The best way to prevent this disease is with nutrition and exercise. Following basic health principals with either minimize the effects or take it away altogether. Exercise five times a week. Eat fruits, veggies and whole grains. Be mindful that gallbladder disease is a disruption in digesting fat so fried foods and dairy products may not be the best choice. A surgeon can also remove gall bladder if that becomes necessary. Surgical intervention should only be used as a last resort after exhausting other possibilities. Most likely a doctor will not even suggest surgery if the patient hasn’t take some non-surgical steps first.
