The gallbladder is a small organ in the upper right abdomen below the liver. Gallstones also called cholelithiasis, are pieces of solid material formed under the gallbladder. Mostly, it is only treated by a medical professional. It can last for years or be lifelong.
Following are the types of gallstones
Cholesterol gallstones - appear yellow-green and are the most common type.
Pigment gallstones - these are of dark brown or black colored stones. They are formed when your bile contains too much bilirubin.
Following are the symptoms of gallstones.
Pain in the upper-right abdomen or the back.
The sudden and rapidly intensifying pain in the center of your abdomen.
You may have indigestion.
Vomiting.
Nausea or fatigue.
Cramps in the abdomen.
Pain in your right shoulder.
When to see a doctor
An intense abdominal pain where you can't stand or sit in a comfortable position.
High fever and chills.
Whites of your eyes and yellowing of your skin (jaundice).
Being a female, having a sedentary lifestyle, having a family history of gallstones, having diabetes, or having certain blood disorders such as sickle cell anemia.
Have a look at the causes of it
If bile contains too much cholesterol or bilirubin.
Not enough bile salts.
If your gall bladder does not empty.
It's unclear yet what causes the gallstones. The chemical imbalance inside the gallbladder causes tiny crystals to develop in the bile. These can gradually grow into solid stones.
Preventive measures for gall stone are
Drink plenty of water.
Eat foods that are high in fiber such as whole grains, beans, peas, fruits, and vegetables.
Limit your sugar intake.
Eat fewer refined carbohydrates.
Eat healthy fats like olive oil and fish oil.
Avoid desserts and fried foods.
Control your weight. Maintain an ideal number.
Exercise regularly.
Manage this condition by using the following tips
Include the following yoga asanas in your exercise regime -
- Shalabhasana (Locust Pose)
- Pachimotasana (Seated forward bend)
- Dhanurasana (Bow pose)
- Bhujangasana (Cobra pose)
If you're overweight, lose weight gradually, not rapidly.
Avoid crash diets or a very low intake of calories (less than 800 calories a day).
Say no to alcohol and dairy products.
Eating a well-balanced diet is key to treat gall stones. Coordinate with your doctor and along with the medical treatment, make a suitable diet plan for you.
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