Symptoms of patients with gallstones

Symptoms of gallstones vary from person to person, but if severe abdominal pain, jaundice, or high fever occurs, medical attention should be sought immediately. Gallstones are accumulations of hardened material in the gallbladder or bile ducts, which often cause discomfort. The pain often occurs in the right upper abdomen and may spread to the back and right shoulder blade, and is aggravated by particularly greasy foods. Some patients may also experience digestive symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and indigestion. Stones blocking the bile duct can cause jaundice, which manifests as yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes, and even dark tea-colored urine. If cholecystitis is accompanied by a high fever and chills, it indicates signs of infection and medical attention should be sought promptly. Some asymptomatic gallstones may be discovered accidentally through a physical examination or imaging test, and this condition usually does not require immediate treatment.

For daily management of gallstone symptoms, it is recommended to pay attention to the dietary structure, choose low-fat, fiber-rich foods, such as whole grains, vegetables and fruits, and avoid high-cholesterol foods such as fried foods. Moderate exercise can promote digestion, but strenuous exercise may trigger symptoms. Regular physical examinations can effectively monitor the progression of symptoms and prevent complications. For symptoms that have already appeared, the treatment method used varies from person to person. In terms of medication, oral bile acid preparations such as ursodeoxycholic acid can be used to dissolve cholesterol stones. Surgical treatment, such as laparoscopic cholecystectomy, is currently a common method for treating gallstones, especially for patients with recurrent pain or high risk of complications. At the same time, personalized treatment should be carried out according to the doctor's advice, especially for diabetic patients and people with cardiovascular disease, who need to pay close attention to the prevention and management of gallstones.