Although gallbladder cancer can be asymptomatic, some people may experience abdominal pain. Doctors may treat gallbladder cancer pain with over-the-counter or prescription pain relievers. Gallbladder ...

Gallbladder cancer is a relatively rare cancer that’s usually diagnosed in an advanced stage. Symptoms often don’t appear until the cancer grows large or spreads. The American Cancer Society estimates ...

A digestive discomfort could mean anything. But did you know it could be one of the earliest indicators of gallbladder stones? Often brushed off as acidity, gas, or indigestion, this mild issue might ...

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Gallstones are more common in adults than children, but the frequency of gallstones in children has increased over the past few decades. Some children may experience abdominal pain, especially in the ...

A research paper titled “Epidemiology of Gallbladder Cancer in India” published in the CCO journal reveals a worrying ...

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 ...

Stomach pain isn't always "just gas." The location, type and frequency of pain can reveal digestion issues, food intolerances ...

Their study, published in the Journal of Surgical Research, found that patients who were aware of family members’ past ...

When that burning feeling hits after your favorite meal, it’s easy to blame the extra hot sauce and pop an antacid. But what if your body is trying to tell you something more important? That nagging ...

Although surgery is a common treatment for patients diagnosed with biliary dyskinesia, or functional gallbladder disorder, a West Virginia University medical researcher is questioning why the practice ...

Gallbladder surgeries have increased in recent years for biliary dyskinesia, or functional gallbladder disorder, but Dr. Bryan Richmond with WVU questions whether these surgeries are necessary in new ...