Question 1

i have hypothyroidism from past 18 yrs and i am on medication and in control. now i have acute cholecystitis. is this because of my sluggish thyroid?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: If your thyroid has been in control for those 18 years, it did not contribute to your gall bladder disease. It's common in other disorders, however or can occur spontaneously.

Question 2

i have two gallstones and acute cholecystitis. should i go for early laparoscopy or delayed laparoscopy after a month?i had acute pain in past week that has subsided now. i am on antibiotic and gas medication currently. 22yrs old femal?

Accepted Answer

: Both options are acceptable . Stay ewith the judgement of your surgeon

Question 3

is cholecystitis painful?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Chronic cholecystitis or biliary colic is caused by transient obstruction of the gallbladder by a gallstone, causing fairly classic right-upper or upper-midline pain(non-cramping, severe, radiating into back);  the pain is often associated with nausea+/-vomiting and bloating.  Acute cholecystitis will cause the same pain, however it may last for a day or more, and may be associated with fever.

Question 4

can you die from cholecystitis?

Accepted Answer

Uncommon: Left untreated, cholecystitis may lead to rupture of the gall bladder with spread of infection to the abdominal cavity, peritonitis and septicemia and death.

Question 5

what are the tests for cholecystitis?

Accepted Answer

Exam and test: A diagnose of cholecystitis is combination of history and exam (upper and right upper abd pain, pain after eating ) and rafipgraphic study (ultrasound and maybe hida scan.

Question 6

do a lot of people get cholecystitis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Chronic cholecystitis is caused by transient obstruction of the gallbladder by a gallstone, causing right-upper or upper-midline pain(non-cramping, severe, radiating into back); it is often associated with nausea+/-vomiting. Acute cholecystitis will cause the same pain, however it may last for a day or more, and may be associated with fever.  ~750, 000 operations/yr in us, so it is quite common.

Question 7

what sort of disease is cholecystitis?

Accepted Answer

Gallbladder infect'n: Cholecystitis is a something that occurs when the gallbladder becomes infected, usually by bacteria. This can occur usually when the gallbladder is unable to drain properly, such as when it is blocked by a stone.

Question 8

what interventions work for cholecystitis?

Accepted Answer

Cholecystitis Tx: IV antibiotics can be given to treat an acute inflammation of the gallbladder. However, the only way to cure and prevent further attacks of cholecystitis is to have the gallbladder surgically removed (cholecystectomy)

Question 9

how does having cholecystitis change things?

Accepted Answer

Surgery?: If you have cholecystitis (gallbladder infection) generally surgical removal of your gallbladder is necessary and recommended.  After surgery, in addition to post operative discomfort, loose stools and nausea are common but generally resolve over time.

Question 10

how fast can i make my cholecystitis go away?

Accepted Answer

Not possible: Gallstones in an inflamed gallbladder do not go away. Low fat diet is a start but you are walking on thin ice here...Confer with a surgeon.

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I have hypothyroidism from past 18 yrs and i am on medication and in control. now i have acute cholecystitis. is this because of my sluggish thyroid?

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I have two gallstones and acute cholecystitis. should i go for early laparoscopy or delayed laparoscopy after a month?i had acute pain in past week that has subsided now. i am on antibiotic and gas medication currently. 22yrs old femal?

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