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Bile is the major vehicle for cholesterol excretion from the body, and bile salt keeps the cholesterol dissolved within bile. to much cholesterol or to little bile salt is what causes gallstones to happen. they are made up of cholesterol. see page 885 anatomy and physiology 8th
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What do gallstones look like on a CAT scan?
They usually will look like white stones in the gallbladder. An Ultrasound is the modality of choice for visualization of gallstones, however. A CT scan usually will not show gallstones very well unless they are very large.
Is it possible to have gallstones at the age of five years or at a very young age?
Yes, you can develope gallstones@ any age, your diet has alot to do with it.
In what age group do gallstones usually develop?
in adults between the ages of 20 and 50; about 20% of patients with gallstones are over 40. The risk of developing gallstones increases with age-at least 20% of people over 60 have a single large stone or as many as several thousand smaller ones
Why do gallstones make your face pale?
Paleness and gallstones
Do gallstones cause an elevated white blood cell count?
Not usually. If they are causing pain or are infected they could.
What are two types of choleliths?
Cholesterol gallstones and Pigmented gallstones
Can gallstones delay your period?
No! but when you have gallstones! you have more PAIN during your period! :(
What minerals does the rock pumice have?
There usually are no minerals in pumice. it is composed of glass.
What is the medical term meaning pertaining to gallstones?
Cholelithic means pertaining to gallstones.
Where can one find info about pancretitis?
Pancreatitis symptoms are almost identical to gallstones, since gallstones are usually what cause it. Upper right abdominal pain that spreads to the back, nausea, and some vomiting are the most common signs of acute pancreatitis.
Is cholecystitis related to gallstones?
In about 95% of all cases of cholecystitis, the gallbladder contains gallstones
Can the Nutrisystem diet cause gallstones?
Rapid weight loss is a risk factor for developing gallstones.
