Can I take propolis if I have gallbladder polyps?

Patients with gallbladder polyps can eat propolis, but they need to take it in moderation and pay attention to their own allergy history. Propolis cannot be used as a treatment.

Gallbladder polyps are a common gallbladder disease, which refers to polyp-like tissues growing on the gallbladder wall. Most of them are benign, but a few have the potential to become malignant. Propolis is a natural substance made by bees collecting plant resins and mixing them with their own secretions. It has certain anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. For most patients with non-acute infections or mild symptoms, moderate consumption of propolis generally does not cause direct damage to the gallbladder.

Although propolis is called a "natural health product", it is essentially a complex chemical substance that may cause allergic reactions, especially in people who are allergic to pollen, honey, etc. Many patients with gallbladder polyps also suffer from cholecystitis or cholelithiasis. At this time, it is necessary to pay attention to whether the propolis ingredients will irritate the gastrointestinal tract and cause digestive discomfort. Propolis itself has no direct effect on shrinking polyps or preventing their malignant transformation, so propolis should not be relied on alone to control the disease.

Daily diet has a great impact on gallbladder health. It is recommended to choose a light, low-fat diet and avoid too much greasy fried food. Propolis can be used as an auxiliary means with the doctor's permission, but if you have problems such as enlarged gallbladder polyps, repeated abdominal pain, nausea, etc., you should go to the hospital for examination in time and follow the doctor's advice for treatment.