How do I know I have gallstones?
Most people with gallstones don't have any symptoms , Gallstones in people that don't cause any symptoms are called silent gallstones. These silent gallstones are sometimes discovered accidentally during ultrasounds, or x-rays for an unrelated condition. People with silent gallstones rarely need any kind of medical treatment, as gallstones only become an issue when they block bile ducts.
Despite this, Some people with gallstones, especially large or numerous stones do have symptoms. These symptoms include:
Many signs or symptoms of gallstones are very vague and non-specific, this makes it difficult for doctors to identify gallstones as the cause.
Most people with gallstones don't have any symptoms , Gallstones in people that don't cause any symptoms are called silent gallstones. These silent gallstones are sometimes discovered accidentally during ultrasounds, or x-rays for an unrelated condition. People with silent gallstones rarely need any kind of medical treatment, as gallstones only become an issue when they block bile ducts.
Despite this, Some people with gallstones, especially large or numerous stones do have symptoms. These symptoms include:
- Persistent, severe pain in the upper middle or upper right abdomen that increases rapidly
- Pain in the back between the shoulder blades
- Pain under the right shoulder
- Nausea and vomiting
Many signs or symptoms of gallstones are very vague and non-specific, this makes it difficult for doctors to identify gallstones as the cause.