How often can gallstones occur?
Gallstones do not occur based upon a certain time frame, but rather are most commonly a repercussion of poor dietary habits. Therefore frequency of gallstones can not be estimated but is entirely dependant on several factors.
Do gallstones affect a certain age group?
Gallstones occur most frequently in adults between the ages of 20 and 50. About 20 percent of gallstone patients are over 40 years of age. Gallstones are much less common in patients in their 20’s. The risk of developing gallstones increases as you age. At least 20 percent of people over the age of 60 have had at least 1 large stone or many smaller stones.
Gallstones do not occur based upon a certain time frame, but rather are most commonly a repercussion of poor dietary habits. Therefore frequency of gallstones can not be estimated but is entirely dependant on several factors.
Do gallstones affect a certain age group?
Gallstones occur most frequently in adults between the ages of 20 and 50. About 20 percent of gallstone patients are over 40 years of age. Gallstones are much less common in patients in their 20’s. The risk of developing gallstones increases as you age. At least 20 percent of people over the age of 60 have had at least 1 large stone or many smaller stones.