Doctors can test for gallbladder issues using a combination of physical exams, blood tests, and imaging studies. Several issues can affect the gallbladder, including gallstones, inflammation, or ...

A gallbladder attack can occur when a gallstone blocks a bile duct. Symptoms of biliary colic usually go away within a few hours. It's important to get medical attention if pain lasts or if you have a ...

Biliary atresia is a genetic condition in newborns where part or all of the bile duct is malformed. It requires prompt surgical treatment. Biliary atresia is a condition that occurs in infants. It’s ...

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Gallbladder cancer and cholangiocarcinoma are different types of biliary tract cancer. They affect the same system in the body and cause similar symptoms, but they may require different treatments.

Gallbladder cancer can be deadly, particularly among those with a late diagnosis. Gallbladder tumors spread quickly and may affect the lymph nodes and liver. These and other factors contribute to a ...

It’s no coincidence that “full of bile” is a phrase used to describe ill-tempered people. When the transit of this life-sustaining fluid is disrupted, as happens in the rare bile duct cancers called ...