Question 1

is there anything natural that u would recommend (besides pain killers)for quick relief of gallstone pain? i.e. lay a certain way, drink water, etc...

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Yes: Get it removed  as you have symptoms if allowed may develop additional complications, removal of gall bladder is a relatively low risk ambulatory procedure , obvious other methods failed on you , speak to your doctor.

Question 2

pain of gallstones?

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Pain: Gallbladder pain from gallstones is usually in the abdomen right under the lower tip of the breast bone and/ or under the right rib cage. It can radiate to the back, and is sometimes associated with nausea or vomiting. It can also be brought on 30-60 minutes after eating. Hope this helps!

Question 3

what are gallstones?

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Gallstones: Gallstones are made of various crystal that grow into stones in the gallbladder. They can be from bile (bilirubin) or cholesterol origin. They grow in the gallbladder, may be present without any symptoms, or may cause upper abdominal pressure, bloating, discomfort, nausea, or vomiting. Often eating fatty foods may aggravate the discomfort from gallstones.

Question 4

ginger and gallstone?

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Ginger: Are you asking if it takes gallstones away or increase them in number? Either ginger does not make a difference either way.

Question 5

how do gallstones form?

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Supersaturation!: Bile consists of a mixture of cholesterol, bile pigments, and phospholipids.  If any of these increase, they can precipitate out and become solidified, forming stones.  This is present in 10-20% of people in the US, although usually "silent".  Heredity, diet, and age can all play a role.

Question 6

stopping gallstone pain?

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Surgery: Have your gallbladder removed. In the meantime, avoid fatty and very rich foods and see your doctor soon for treatment.

Question 7

can i die from gallstones?

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Highly Unlikely: Most people with gallbladder disease are troubled by transient episodes of pain, often after eating (biliary colic). If the gb is obstructed by a stone, inflammation can develop, but it rarely leads to an infection.  If a stone exits the gb, it can block the: liver, potentially leading to serious liver infections (cholangitis), or the pancreas, leading to pancreatitis; very rarely, this is fatal.

Question 8

is 2cm big for a gallstone?

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Yes, I would : Say it is on larger side.  But small stones can cause problems just as much as large stones.  If you are having symptoms of gallbladder disease, you should have cholecystectomy,  ask your surgeon for specific recommendation.

Question 9

when is a gallstone removed?

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When symptoms: Point toward gallbladder disease. If gallstones are found but you have no symptoms then surgery may never be required.

Question 10

how are gallstones diagnosed?

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Usually ultrasound: Given the right medical history, gallstones are usually diagnosed by an ultrasound.  On occasion, gallstones can be picked up by other means, such as ct scan or by plain x-rays of the abdomen.  Usually asymptomatic gallstones are left undisturbed.

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