Gallbladder disease

Conditions affecting the gallbladder, a small organ that helps digestion.

Description

Conditions affecting the gallbladder, a small organ that helps digestion.

Overview

Gallbladder disease is a general term for conditions affecting the gallbladder. The gallbladder is an organ that helps digestion. Gallstones are the most common form of gallbladder disease. Gallbladder cancer, inflammation and infection are other forms.

Symptoms

Abdominal pain and nausea are some symptoms.

Treatments

Treatment may include medicines or gallbladder removal.