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Does walking usually aggravate gallbladder attacks/pain in the ruq caused by gallbladder?

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Dr. Mark Pack answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Not necessarily: But, if the gallbladder is very inflamed walking or any movement can certainly make the pain worse.

Answered 8/5/2014

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