Question 1

had gallbladder removed 3 months ago for chronic cholecystitis, (no gallstones) now i'm starting to get pains again where gallbladder was and nasuas ?

Accepted Answer

Cholangitis?: The absence of gallstones points only to some predilection for that part of the body to get infected. So soon after surgery, u cd be developing another infection (especially if u have fevers \ sweating or other symptoms. Alternatively, a rare surgical complication could be developing. I doubt that any surgical equipment was left, but talk2 ur surgeon &amp; primary doctor to get tested &amp; some treatment

Question 2

been havin episodes of severe pain under breastbone, hida scan showed gallstones & 48% function but no acute cholecystitis, could still begallbladder?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Especially if it the lower part of the breast bone, and radiates to the back. May want to see a general surgeon for a consultation regarding removing the gallbladder.

Question 3

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

Question 4

i had gallstones so had surgery and biopsy report of gallbladder said "chronic cholecystitis". does this cause because of the gallstones or do i need to further get an mrcp to check for bile duct stones as well?

Accepted Answer

: Most cases of chronic cholecystitis are associated with presence of gall stones. Since your gall bladder and gall stones are now removed &amp; as long as you have no symptoms or signs of bile duct blockage, there's no need to undergo an MRCP or any other tests.

Question 5

had ultrasound of my gallbladder, it showed that i had small gallstones, wall thickening, 5mm, and no pericholecystic fluid, choleystitis? no fluid?

Accepted Answer

Typical report: Gallstones can vary in size from very small to quite large. Normal GB wall is 2 to 3 mm thick, 5mm is not much above normal. Pericholecystic  fluid is typically seen on US and suggests acute inflammation.

Question 6

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 7

can you die from cholecystitis?

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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 8

what are the tests for cholecystitis?

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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 9

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 10

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)

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Had gallbladder removed 3 months ago for chronic cholecystitis, (no gallstones) now i'm starting to get pains again where gallbladder was and nasuas ?

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Been havin episodes of severe pain under breastbone, hida scan showed gallstones & 48% function but no acute cholecystitis, could still begallbladder?

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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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I had gallstones so had surgery and biopsy report of gallbladder said "chronic cholecystitis". does this cause because of the gallstones or do i need to further get an mrcp to check for bile duct stones as well?

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Had ultrasound of my gallbladder, it showed that i had small gallstones, wall thickening, 5mm, and no pericholecystic fluid, choleystitis? no fluid?

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Is cholecystitis painful?

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Can you die from cholecystitis?

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