Diverticula are small, bulging pouches that can form in the lining of your digestive system, usually in the lower part of the large intestine (colon). In Karin Lynn’s case, these pouches became infected resulting in the diverticulitis. Read more…
Diverticula are small, bulging pouches that can form in the lining of your digestive system, usually in the lower part of the large intestine (colon). In Karin Lynn’s case, these pouches became infected resulting in the diverticulitis. Read more…
Gallbladder removal is one of the most common surgical procedures. In the span of my career, I have probably performed more than 500 gallbladder operations. The gallbladder is attached to the underside of the liver. It stores bile made by the liver which helps you digest fats. Bile moves from the gallbladder to the small intestine for eventual elimination.
As part of this breakdown process, the system can get out of balance and form gallstones.
Gallstones form when cholesterol and other things found in bile make stones. They can also form if the gallbladder does not empty as it should. It’s also been proven that people who are overweight are more likely to suffer from gallstones.
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