Question 1

how do u get gallbladder infections?

Accepted Answer

Blockage: Gb infections are uncommon. Bile duct infections (cholangitis) are more common; potentially very serious infections. They generally occur with partial obstruction of the duct, with or without instrumentation of the duct.  Gallbladder inflammation (cholecystitis) is common: occurs when a stone gets stuck passing out of the gb. Stones can get stuck in the bile ducts too-sicker patient.

Question 2

could you tell me if gallbladder infections go away on their own?

Accepted Answer

If it is a true: infection with acute cholecystitis, likelihood of spontaneous improvement is low, of course depending on severity of infection.  You will need at least antibiotics, sometime even IV, and probably cholecystectomy.  Sometimes, gallbladder attacks subside on their own, but these attacks are probably not real infections.  Get to a doctor for specific advice in your case.  Good luck.

Question 3

i had viral infection and now have inflammation of the gallbladder what can this be?

Accepted Answer

Coincindence: This may be a coincidence as a viral cold and gall bladder disease are usually not related.

Question 4

does gallbladder stone causes urine infections..?

Accepted Answer

No: Cholelithiasis should not be producing utis.

Question 5

could gallbladder infection / stones cause profuse sweating?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You could have fever with an infection or pain which could cause sweating

Question 6

could a gallbladder infection cause chest pressure?

Accepted Answer

It can: The nerve sensations coming from the organs around the diaphragm are less precise than the nerves that send signals from the skin. Typically a patient can tell if the problem is above the belly button. A heart attack and a gallbladder attack can be challenging to differentiate. Additional tests, the exam, and the history all help to get accurate diagnosis. Be well.

Question 7

might it be that a a gallbladder infection cause sinus infections?

Accepted Answer

No: Known associations or causal relationship exists here.

Question 8

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 9

can viral infection cause gallbladder disease?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Typical gb disease is caused from precipitation of chemicals into stones.  It is unlikely that a viral infection could change this chemical imbalance to make the precipitation more likely.  In addition, there has never been any evidence to show that a viral infection could induce the gallbladder to stop working appropriately as in a dysfunctional gallbladder.

Question 10

i am 6 days post-op from laparoscopic gallbladder removal. i still have a low-grade temp of 99.8. should i be concerned? could it be an infection?

Accepted Answer

Watch: If your temp is &gt;100,develop pain or nausea / emesis call your surgeon

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