Gallbladder disease refers to several conditions that affect the health and function of the gallbladder—a small, pear-shaped organ that plays an important role in the digestive system. The gallbladder ...

Gallstones can affect anyone, but they’re more common in people with Crohn's disease. Learn to recognize the warning signs.

Your gallbladder is a small pear-shaped organ near your liver that stores bile, a substance that helps break down fat so your body can absorb it. Gallbladder disease refers to anything that can affect ...

An ultrasound scan is one of the main tests doctors use to diagnose cholecystitis. On a scan, clinicians may be able to spot the presence of gallstones, which can cause this condition. Cholecystitis ...

Gallbladder problems are common, but in recent years health care providers have noticed a noticeable rise in gallbladder cases. Christina Arp, nurse practitioner with Prisma Health General Surgery, ...