A general surgeon with Baptist Health System emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and avoiding rich foods high in trans fats and refined sugars over the holidays. For those ...

Gallbladder attacks are not just uncomfortable; they can be severely painful, debilitating, and disruptive to daily life. Recovery requires careful attention to diet, hydration, and gentle self-care ...

The gallbladder acts as a storage reservoir for bile, a fluid essential for breaking down dietary fats. Biliary colic often strikes after fatty meals when the organ contracts against a blockage. Pain ...

Your gallbladder is a small pear-shaped organ near your liver that stores bile, a substance that helps break down fat so your body can absorb it. Gallbladder disease refers to anything that can affect ...

Recovery from gallbladder surgery is usually quick and has few complications. You can live without a gallbladder while making some changes to your diet or lifestyle. Gallbladder removal surgery ...

Nestled beneath your liver, the gallbladder is a small organ that stores bile, a green-yellow liquid that helps your digestive system. However, when bile ducts become obstructed, often by a gallstone, ...

Moderate alcohol consumption for men is defined as up to two drinks per day, and for women, it’s up to one drink per day. Remember to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice and ...

Gallbladder duplication represents a rare congenital variation of the biliary tract, occurring in roughly one in 3 000 to 4 000 individuals. These anomalies often coexist with variant cystic ducts and ...

Dr. McKenzie discusses gallbladder cancer risk factors, imaging signs and how surgery and lymph node evaluation impact outcomes. Dr. Shaun P. McKenzie sat down for a two-part interview with CURE to ...