Saqib Ganaieover 6 years ago

Gallstones

What Are Gallstones? They aren’t really stones. They're pieces of solid material that form in the gallbladder, a small organ located under the liver. You might not even know you have them until they block a bile duct, causing pain that you need to get treated right away. Types: The two main kinds are: Cholesterol stones. These are usually yellow-green in color. They're the most common kind, accounting for 80% of gallstones. Pigment stones. These stones are smaller and darker. They're made up of bilirubin, which comes from bile, a fluid your liver makes and your gallbladder stores. What Causes Gallstones? There may be several reasons, including: Your genes Your weight Problems with your gallbladder Diet