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Could my pregnancy have lead to gallbladder problems?

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Yes: During pregnancy there may be significant alteration of function in your digestive tract. For those who have a familial tendency for gallbladder disease or development of stones, decreased mobility/increased stasis or slowing of your gallbladder function will often cause symptoms to appear for the first time. However, pregnancy itself does not alone cause gallbladder disease.

Answered 4/26/2015

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Yes: There is an increased risk of gallstone formation during pregnancy.

Answered 3/15/2013

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