Results for: Cholecystitis

In Obesity and Metabolism Disorders

What is emphysematous cholecystitis?

Emphysematous cholecystitis is a serious gallbladder infectioncaused by bacterial organisms. Clostridium or E. coli are thebacterial organisms that can produce gas in the wall… ( Full Answer )
In Conditions and Diseases

What is Cholecystitis calculosa?

Cholecystitis calculosa is the inflamation of the gallbladder when the cystic duct is blocked bt a gallstone.
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What is cholecystitis with choledocholithiasis?

Cholecystitis is the isolated inflammation of the gall bladder due to stones or obstruction in the cystic duct. Pain present but no jaundice. Choledocholithiasis is the obstr… ( Full Answer )
In Health

What to eat if you have cholecystitis?

If your cholecystitis is on its acute exacerbation, you should have clear liquids such as water and fruit juices. This helps in avoiding galbladder contraction so you will not… ( Full Answer )
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How is acute cholecystitis diagnosed?

Elevated leukocyte (white blood cells) levels. Ultrasonography of the gallbladder will detect gallstones and can identify inflammation. Nuclear imaging can detect cystic and b… ( Full Answer )
In Symptoms

What are some of the symptoms of cholecystitis?

Symptoms of cholecystitis is typically steady pain in the upper right abdomen near the rib cage. Some patient experience pain from behind the breast bone.