Recognizing the first signs of a gallbladder problem can ensure timely treatment. Gallbladder issues can cause right upper abdomen pain, nausea, vomiting, and yellow skin.

An abdominal ultrasound is an imaging test using sound waves that can used to view internal organs, including the gallbladder. A healthcare provider may order one if symptoms, such as abdominal pain, ...

The painful spasms of a gallbladder attack often begin suddenly (sometimes after eating a fatty meal) and may last several hours. The attack is caused by one or more gallstones getting stuck in the ...

Experiencing a gallbladder attack can be summed up in one word: painful. Gallbladder attacks are caused by gallstones (a buildup of bile). The attacks can cause sudden—and very intense—pain, so ...

Here are two basic things you need to know about gallstones: They are painfully common — and commonly painful. Nearly 1 million people in the U.S. learn they have gallstones every year. About a ...

Larger liver resections do not always improve survival in patients with gallbladder cancer, recent research showed. Resection of large parts of the liver may not improve outcomes for patients with ...

Original Medicare (parts A and B) covers gallbladder removal surgery (cholecystectomy) if a doctor or another healthcare professional deems it medically necessary. Medicare Part A covers open ...

Out-of-pocket costs: An out-of-pocket cost is the amount a person must pay for medical care when Medicare does not pay the total cost or offer coverage. These costs can include deductibles, ...