Beware of the risk factors for gallstones

The causes of gallstones include genetics, eating habits, obesity, bile metabolism disorders and other diseases. It is necessary to focus on prevention and health management to reduce the risk of disease.

From a genetic point of view, gallstones have a certain familial clustering. If there is a family history, the risk of disease may increase. Among environmental factors, high cholesterol and high-fat, low-fiber diets are important inducers. People who often consume greasy foods are more likely to form gallstones. Sitting for long periods of time at work and lack of exercise are also risk factors. From a physiological perspective, women are more likely to develop gallstones due to their higher estrogen levels, especially during pregnancy. Obesity can lead to increased cholesterol levels in bile, which can promote stone formation in the long term. In addition, diseases such as diabetes and cirrhosis may also indirectly induce gallstones by affecting bile metabolism. Bacterial infection or trauma to the hepatobiliary system can also cause changes in the composition of bile and lead to stone formation.

From a genetic point of view, gallstones have a certain familial clustering. If there is a family history, the risk of disease may increase. Among environmental factors, high cholesterol and high-fat, low-fiber diets are important inducers. People who often consume greasy foods are more likely to form gallstones. Sitting for long periods of time at work and lack of exercise are also risk factors. From a physiological perspective, women are more likely to develop gallstones due to their higher estrogen levels, especially during pregnancy. Obesity can lead to increased cholesterol levels in bile, which can promote stone formation in the long term. In addition, diseases such as diabetes and cirrhosis may also indirectly induce gallstones by affecting bile metabolism. Bacterial infection or trauma to the hepatobiliary system can also cause changes in the composition of bile and lead to stone formation.

To prevent or reduce the risk of gallstones, you should adjust your diet, eat more fiber-rich vegetables and fruits, and reduce the intake of high-fat, high-cholesterol foods. Maintaining regular exercise, avoiding sitting for long periods of time, and controlling weight are important measures to prevent gallstones. If there is a family history or has been diagnosed with gallstones, regular ultrasound examinations should be performed to detect abnormalities early. Quitting smoking and limiting alcohol can also help prevent gallstones. Once symptoms such as severe pain in the right upper abdomen, nausea, vomiting, or jaundice occur, you should see a doctor as soon as possible, confirm the diagnosis through ultrasound, and undergo treatment such as drug lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, or laparoscopic cholecystectomy under the guidance of a professional doctor.