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Gallbladder Pain
Gallbladder pain (often misspelled "gall bladder") is generally produced by of five problems, biliary colic, cholecystitis, gallstones, and pancreatitis. Causes of gallbladder pain include intermittent blockage of ducts by gallstones or gallstone inflammation and/or sludge that also may involve irritation or infection of surrounding tissues, or when a bile duct is completely blocked. Treatment of gallbladder depends on the cause, which may include surgery.
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What Are the First Signs of a Bad Gallbladder?
A bad gallbladder can have a variety of causes. Learn the signs of a bad gallbladder, what causes a bad gallbladder, how doctors diagnose a bad gallbladder, and what you can do to treat a bad gallbladder. Gallbladder cancer is the uncontrolled growth of cells that starts in the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a small (around one-inch wide and three-inch long), hollow, pear-shaped organ that sits under the right lobe of the liver.
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What Type of Surgeon Removes Gallbladder?
Usually, surgeons who specialize in gastrointestinal surgery (digestive tract surgery) perform surgeries related to the gallbladder. Therefore, gallbladder may be operated upon and removed by either a gastrointestinal surgeon or general surgeon with appropriate training.
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Is Gallbladder Cancer Aggressive?
Gallbladder cancer (GBC) is one of the aggressive cancers of the biliary tract. The gallbladder generates and concentrates bile that aids in the digestion of fats. GBC is a rare, yet deadly cancer of the gastrointestinal tract.
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Mercedes Benz Sign (Gallbladder): Radiology and Medical
The presence of Mercedes Benz sign in radiological findings (computed tomography or CT of the abdomen) may indicate gallstones in the belly. Mercedes Benz sign is a collection of nitrogen gas among the stones.
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Can Gallbladder Cancer Be Cured?
Gallbladder cancer can be cured if it is treated before the cancer spreads, making the prognosis of early diagnosis generally favorable.
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What Does Gallbladder Cancer Feel Like?
Gallbladder cancer is generally hard to diagnose at an early stage. This is because it does not cause any specific signs or symptoms at an earlier stage. Also, the gallbladder being hidden behind other organs makes cancer less likely to get detected.
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How Can You Tell If You Have Gallbladder Cancer?
Gallbladder cancer, also known as malignant neoplasm of the gallbladder, is a disease caused by the abnormal growth of cells in the tissues of the gallbladder.
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