Early symptoms of gallstones in women

In the early stages of gallstones, women may feel intermittent pain in the upper abdomen or right upper abdomen, accompanied by indigestion symptoms such as bloating and nausea. If these symptoms persist or worsen, you should see a doctor as soon as possible to rule out or confirm gallstones.

Gallstones are mainly caused by excess cholesterol or an imbalance in bile composition, which easily forms solid crystals in the gallbladder. In the early stages, in addition to typical abdominal pain, women may feel pain in the right shoulder, which is related to the location of the gallbladder. Some patients may experience mild jaundice, mainly due to abnormal accumulation of bilirubin caused by partial obstruction of the bile duct. Unexplained digestive discomfort may also occur, such as intermittent diarrhea or constipation. These symptoms are non-specific and may be confused with other digestive system diseases, so professional medical diagnosis is essential.

For the early treatment of gallstones, in addition to timely medical treatment for ultrasound examination to confirm the diagnosis, it is necessary to maintain a low-fat diet to reduce cholesterol intake. Appropriately increasing fiber intake can help the digestive system to be healthy. Adhering to mild to moderate regular exercise such as walking or yoga not only improves overall metabolism, but also may reduce the risk of cholelithiasis. Most importantly, maintaining a good lifestyle and eating habits can prevent the formation of stones to a certain extent. If the symptoms are severe or recurrent, please follow the doctor's advice for medication or necessary surgical intervention, such as laparoscopic cholecystectomy, to effectively relieve symptoms and prevent complications. Timely professional intervention combined with a good lifestyle is the key to managing and treating gallstones. In this process, please give yourself more emotional care, do not neglect your mental health, and be positive to improve your future health.