Question 1

can  itching be associated with gallbladder infection/gallstones?

Accepted Answer

YES  : If you have jaundice associated with gallstones, itching (pruritis) is common, especially as your bilirubin rises. However, if you don't have jaundice, you shouldn't have associated itching. Good luck.

Question 2

gallstones for 40 years. now  just developed itching skin over the body but no jaundice!can one have itching skin without  jaundice from gallstones?

Accepted Answer

Not likely...: Pruritis - or itchy skin - is not a typical symptom of gallstones.  It can be, however, an occult sign of liver disease so you should see your doctor with these complaints and get your liver checked.  Good luck!

Question 3

i have itching all over the body. i have 1.6 mg/dl bilirubin level. gone through ultrasound, everything is normal. no gallstone. no yellowing of skin.

Accepted Answer

Likely unrelated: Your isolated bilirubin of 1.6 may be a normal finding for you (assuming all other liver tests are alright). Hepatitis testing done? Some people can have a slight elevation of bilirubin ; be normal for them, called gilbert's syndrome. The itching may be evaluated by a dermatologist for a skin condition.

Question 4

had pruritus for 2 weeks. went away but now i have abdominal and right flank pain. could it be gallstones?

Accepted Answer

Jaundiced?: Yes, they may cause these symptoms, but usually only with jaundice (itching is associated with higher bilirubin levels). If a gallstone gets into your bile duct, it can become occluded, causing pain, jaundice, and sometimes itching. Regardless, if your symptoms persist, see your doctor.

Question 5

hurts in upper abdomen under right rib cage when bending. skin itches and is sensitive to touch?

Accepted Answer

Consider shingles: If you had chickenpox earlier in your life, you should think about shingles  (Zoster infection). Check if a rash is starting and try to see if the painful/sensitive area of the skin is in a swath or rectangular area. If so, this is likely to be Zoster and you should consider visiting your doctor. If none of that applies, maybe provide more info like any lifting or recent injury...

Question 6

if i have a shower i have no problems. if i have a bath , after 10 min , my head itches very strong. why? is it a symptom of dermatitis seborroic?

Accepted Answer

?: I can't think of a mechanism for this since showering would involve your scalp but bathing likely not.  There is a condition known as cholinergic urticaria in which intensely itchy red bumps would develop after a rise in core body temperature, but this does not fit your picture. It is also not suggestive of seborrhea.   Suggest you see a dermatologist.

Question 7

my penis itches and the exterior skin is coming off and bleeds a little. i've tried aloe cream, but keeps itching. can you tell me the symptom of this?

Accepted Answer

Probable: Yeast infection.  Try Lotrimin, if no better, see urologist

Question 8

my mom has unknown skin allergy. heat, dry skin condition tend to trigger it. it only happens to upper body and especially around the waist. the symptom starts as a tiny dot and expands as a round pad in inches. it itches very much and lasts for week?

Accepted Answer

Possible urticaria: It's possible the itchy raised areas of skin around the waist are a form of urticaria, or hives. If there is an allergic reaction, then areas of irritation/rubbing of the skin, such as at the beltline, are common. Antihistamines such as Benadryl (diphenhydramine) will control itching from hives but may cause drowsiness. More important is to discuss with your doctor what may be causing this.

Question 9

i have pain in my lower back as well. could it be a symptom of gallstones?

Accepted Answer

Not  lower back: Usually  not pain in lower back. Moderate to severe pain under the right side of the rib cage.pain may radiate through to the back around waist  or to the right shoulder,severe upper abdminal pain (biliary colic)

Question 10

i was wondering are deranged lfts a symptom of gallstones ?

Accepted Answer

Partial blockage: If gallstones are passing from the gallbladder, down the cystic duct into the common duct and eventually into the duodenum there is risk. The risk of serious health consequence comes from partial or complete blockage of these ducts by the stone/stones. When the common duct is blocked, the lft lab test elevate. If the blockage is relieved, the lft return to normal. Get a right upper ultrasound.

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Can itching be associated with gallbladder infection/gallstones?

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Gallstones for 40 years. now just developed itching skin over the body but no jaundice!can one have itching skin without jaundice from gallstones?

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I have itching all over the body. i have 1.6 mg/dl bilirubin level. gone through ultrasound, everything is normal. no gallstone. no yellowing of skin.

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Had pruritus for 2 weeks. went away but now i have abdominal and right flank pain. could it be gallstones?

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Hurts in upper abdomen under right rib cage when bending. skin itches and is sensitive to touch?

A member asked:

If i have a shower i have no problems. if i have a bath , after 10 min , my head itches very strong. why? is it a symptom of dermatitis seborroic?

A member asked:

My penis itches and the exterior skin is coming off and bleeds a little. i've tried aloe cream, but keeps itching. can you tell me the symptom of this?

A member asked:

My mom has unknown skin allergy. heat, dry skin condition tend to trigger it. it only happens to upper body and especially around the waist. the symptom starts as a tiny dot and expands as a round pad in inches. it itches very much and lasts for week?

A member asked:

I have pain in my lower back as well. could it be a symptom of gallstones?

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I was wondering are deranged lfts a symptom of gallstones ?

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