Why do gallstones occur?

The formation of gallstones is mainly related to genetic factors, eating habits, metabolic abnormalities, bile duct dysfunction, etc. The cholesterol, bile salts and phospholipids in the bile lose balance, causing some components to precipitate and eventually form stones.

Genetic factors are one of the important factors affecting gallstones. If there is a history of gallstones in the family, the risk of the disease may increase due to heredity. Unhealthy eating habits are also a common cause. A high-fat, high-cholesterol and low-fiber diet will increase the concentration of cholesterol in the bile and promote stone formation. Irregular diet and long-term dieting may also lead to reduced gallbladder contraction and bile retention, thereby accelerating the formation of stones. Among physiological factors, women may increase the risk of gallstones due to higher estrogen levels, taking estrogen drugs, and during pregnancy. Metabolic diseases such as obesity, hyperglycemia, and hyperlipidemia can also lead to excessive cholesterol deposition in the bile. Diseases such as abnormal biliary function or cholecystitis can weaken the contraction function of the gallbladder and further promote stone formation.

Genetic factors are one of the important factors affecting gallstones. If there is a history of gallstones in the family, the risk of the disease may increase due to heredity. Unhealthy eating habits are also a common cause. A high-fat, high-cholesterol and low-fiber diet will increase the concentration of cholesterol in the bile and promote stone formation. Irregular diet and long-term dieting may also lead to reduced gallbladder contraction and bile retention, thereby accelerating the formation of stones. Among physiological factors, women may increase the risk of gallstones due to higher estrogen levels, taking estrogen drugs, and during pregnancy. Metabolic diseases such as obesity, hyperglycemia, and hyperlipidemia can also lead to excessive cholesterol deposition in the bile. Diseases such as abnormal biliary function or cholecystitis can weaken the contraction function of the gallbladder and further promote stone formation.

To prevent gallstones, it is recommended to focus on a balanced diet, consume more dietary fiber, such as whole grains, vegetables and fruits, and avoid high-fat, high-cholesterol diets. Maintain a healthy weight and avoid rapid weight loss. Regular exercise can promote metabolism and reduce the risk of gallstones. At the same time, long-term fasting or irregular diet should be avoided. If symptoms of gallstones have appeared, such as right upper abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, etc., you should seek medical attention in time, and use B-ultrasound examination to clarify and develop a treatment plan, such as drug lithotripsy, endoscopic stone removal or cholecystectomy, and choose appropriate treatment methods according to the severity of the symptoms.