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What are gallstones?1,2
Gallstones are small stones, usually made of cholesterol, which form in the gallbladder (a small organ under your liver). Gallstones can range from the size of a grain of sand to that of a golf ball. Some people develop only one gallstone, while others develop many gallstones at the same time.
Gallbladder stores and release bile, a digestive fluid which helps to digest fats.
What causes gallstones?1,2
The exact cause is still not known. However, it is thought that there is an imbalance in the chemical make-up of bile inside the gallbladder. In most cases, the cholesterol level in bile is too high to be digested, causing the excess cholesterol forms into crystals and eventually into stones.
What are the symptoms?1,2
Gallstones may cause no signs or symptoms. But if a gallstone becomes trapped in a duct and causes a blockage, the resulting signs and symptoms may include:
Gallstone pain usually lasts between 1-5 hours. There is a term for that tummy pain, called biliary colic.
Who are at risk?1,2
How can I prevent from getting gallstones?1
You may reduce the risk of gallstones if you:
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