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Gallbladders and Bile
Bile is produced in the liver, stored and concentrated in the gallbladder and released into the small intestine. Bile emulsifies the lipids in fatty food and makes it easier to digest. Unfortunately, the gallbladder can develop gallstones which can be tiny grains or as big as golf balls. Some cause no trouble but others may become life threatening.
838 Questions
What happens if your gallbladder explodes?
If your gall bladder burst , bile will gather into extra peritoneal tisssue . Bile salt may also gather into this place . This can cause PERITONITIS .It may b fatal .
What happens if there's a blockage in the gallbladder?
A blockage of the tube leading out of your gallbladder is called the cystic duct and joins with another tube leading out of your liver (called the common hepatic duct) to create the common bile duct.
A blockage in the cystic duct will give you biliary colic, wave like pain starting under your right ribs and spreading across to your left especially when you eat fatty foods.
If this gets infected, you will get cholecystitis with fever, pain, chills and shakes.
If you get a blockage in the common bile duct, you will get fever, pain, chills and shakes plus you will become jaundiced (yellow).
The food actually passes through an organ of digestion, the food does not pass through the pancreas and gall bladder. They are needed for digestion, they both produce substances which are added to the food as it passes through the digestive system.
How can you tell the difference between gastritis and gallbladder disease?
By seeing a doctor for a work-up. Often, they will need to do imaging (CT scan, ultrasound) for a definitive diagnosis.
Why is it called a mayo stand?
A mayo stand is an instrument stand used in many health care settings. It has an arm that allows for convenient positioning of its tray of instruments. In structure, it's similar to the bedside tray used in hospital rooms.
What should I do if I get a gallbladder attack?
Individual gall stones can be removed from the gallbladder. If there are too many gall stones, the gallbladder itself must be surgically removed.
Why does the bile neutralize chyme?
Bile serves two functions: to neutralise chyme. This helps digestion, as it provides an optimum pH for enzymes to act on the partially digested food. It also emulsifies fats, which too aids the enzymes.
What is the medical term meaning surgical repair of the gallbladder?
Cholecystoplasty is the medical term meaning surgical repair of the gallbladder.
Can you have gallbladder disease without all of the symptoms?
no, if you had a gallbladder disease then you would definitley know it. you might think that you have the flu because that is they symptons, throwing up, heat flashes, or gettin really cold. and it is painful to even stand up or walk so you would know it.
What role does the bile play in digestion?
Function of Bile juice
Bile juice helps in emulsificaton of fats.
How Bile emulsifies fats
Bile is alkaline solution. Its molecules have dual nature (one end is attracted to water molecule while other is attracted to aft molecule). Thus its molecules remain in between water molecules and fat molecules (emulsification process).
If bile molecules were not present between fats and water, the fat molecules would be repelled by water molecules and be attracted to each other. The fat molecules would merge together because fats are insoluble in water. The merged fats would not be easily broken down with lipase (fat digesting enzyme).
So bile attractes the fat molecules and separate them from each other. It makes the fat digestion easier.
Is bile manufactured by hepatic cells?
I dont think so but your liver mainly gets rid of food thats not needed and dries it out you should not trust me im only 11 years old. It might be wrong that all im saying
How much the gallbladder operation in Philippines?
Php 24,000.00 on government hospitals.
Free if you have Philhealth coverage.
From new Philhealth case rate package of 2011
New Case Rate Packages from PhilHealthAugust 18, 2011NEW case rate packages for selected medical conditions and surgical procedures will soon be available in institutional health care facilities accredited by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth).
According to PhilHealth President and CEO Dr. Rey B. Aquino, "the shift from fee-for-service to case rates for these medical and surgical cases was prompted by developments taking place in the health care industry, most notable of which is the need to provide optimal financial risk protection especially to the most vulnerable groups, including the poorest of the poor." He added that better member appreciation and faster reimbursement of fees to health care providers were also among the major considerations for introducing this new type of provider payment scheme.
The use of case rates is an internationally accepted payment mechanism that serves to package payment for health interventions. Through this mechanism, members will be able to predict how much PhilHealth will be paying for each of the services provided. "Gone are the days when we could not even give a definite amount of benefits for each of these common medical conditions and surgical procedures," Aquino said, adding that "...now, the member is empowered with just the right amount of information he needs for a particular disease or illness."
Among the medical cases and the corresponding package rates are Dengue I (P8,000.00), Dengue II (P16,000.00), Pneumonia I (P15,000.00), Pneumonia II (P32,000.00), Essential Hypertension (P9,000.00), Cerebral Infarction (CVA I, P28,000.00), Cerebro-vascular Accident with Hemorrhage (CVA II, P38,000.00), Acute Gastroenteritis (P6,000.00), Asthma (P9,000.00), Typhoid Fever (P14,000.00), and Newborn Care Package in Hospitals and Lying-in clinics (P1,750.00).
On the other hand, the surgical procedures include Radiotherapy (P3,000.00 per session), Hemodialysis (P4,000.00 per session), Maternity Care Package (MCP, P8,000.00) coupled with the Normal Spontaneous Delivery (NSD) Package in Level 1 (P8,000.00) and Levels 2-4 hospitals (P6,500.00), Caesarian Section (P19,000.00), Appendectomy (P24,000.00), Cholecystectomy (P31,000.00), Dilatation and Curettage (P11,000.00), Thyroidectomy (P31,000.00), Herniorrhaphy (P21,000.00), Mastectomy (P22,000.00), Hysterectomy (P30,000.00) and Cataract Surgery (P16,000.00).
Aquino said the new case rate packages are available for all member-types admitted in any of the accredited institutional health care providers nationwide starting September 1. He, however, emphasized that "...for our Sponsored Program members who are admitted in government hospitals, the "No Balance Billing" (NBB) policy applies, meaning no other fees nor expenses shall be charged to or paid for by the patient-member above and beyond the package rate."
The NBB policy shall also apply to any other member type such as the employed, individually paying and overseas workers, who will avail themselves of the MCP and NCP in all accredited MCP non-hospital providers such as maternity clinics, and birthing homes.
"This policy was approved after a series of consultations with concerned medical societies and other institutional partners. These conditions and procedures were also among the top 49 percent of total claims we paid for over the previous years," the PhilHealth Chief noted. With all of these packages in place, the government agency needs about P3 billion for the next six to 12 months once members start availing themselves of the packages early next month. (END)
What alternative treatments are available for gallstones?
You could try a gallbladder / liver cleanse. Over the long term, you really need to change your eating habits to avoid it happening again. A cleanse is not quick, nor easy, and most certainly is no fun. If you have problematic gall stones, then a cleanse is certainly worth trying, and it is a much better option than surgery. I am leaving you a link to a good reference page explaining the procedure.
Does a diseased gallbladder cause anemia?
Anemia can be caused by several different things. Either active bleeding, when one looses blood, resulting in low hemoglobin or if your body lacks the ability to manufacture red blood cells, as is the case with bone cancer. Red blood cells are essential, because they carry the oxygen in the blood. One who is severely anemic, is often fatigued, short of breath, pale, inattentive and may be confused. The sooner it is taken care of he better. This is not something to ignore as it can, over time, and with increased severity, lead to cardiac arrest, as the heart becomes starved for oxygen.
What would happen if the liver did not secrete bile?
Bile plays an important role in the body. Without it, enzymes in the small intestine would be unable to break down the fat globules in food. As bile also contains certain pigments, a lack of bile would lead to pale faeces and a build-up of pigment near the surface of the skin, giving a jaundiced appearance.
What to expect after gall bladder surgery?
The gallbladder is an essential component in your body's ability to process certain foods, especially those with high fat content like meats, cheeses and butter. The gallbladder does this through its ability to store something called bile. Bile is actually generated in the liver, not the gallbladder. The liver is not able to produce bile "on demand," so it stores bile in the gallbladder in preparation for the next meal.
In addition to caring for your wound(s) after gallbladder surgery, one of the most important short-term and long-term considerations for good health is to eat right. After gallbladder surgery, you will need to avoid any foods that have even a little bit of fat, at least right away. Even a buttery role could make you double over in pain, at least for some surgery patients. However, the good news is that, over time your body will adjust to the new conditions and you will likely be able to slowly start incorporating fats back into your diet. For more, checkout: http://www.squidoo.com/diet-after-gall-bladder-surgery.
How do you heal your throat after vomiting bile?
Drink a little shot of Apple Cider Vinegar. It will neutralize the stomach acid in your throat.
[correction]: Actually, Apple Cider Vinegar is an acidic compound... that would make it worse. First and foremost, drink some water to wash away the acid. You could eat something cold (popsicles are great, ice cream would make a next best option for the cold) to numb the pain, but drinking something soothing like Aloe Vera could help... just swallow slowly so it has the most impact on the throat. I have heard of people sucking on a Menthol cough drop to help soothe, but I haven't tried it.
[improvement] Happened to me. It hurts bad. Wait for it to go away it will in about 10 minutes, and if not go to the corner store and buy some real licorice (is that how you spell it?) the herb is better. Also drink some dairy product the thickness stays in your throat a tiny bit after swallowing which soothes it but eating ice cream of something cold numbs it.
Is gallbladder removal life threatening?
Can a gullbladder attack kill you? I felt like I was going to die the other nigh I was hungry but I was hurting, so I didn't want to eat, but I did anyway and what I ate probably wasn't the best, and it got worse and it got so bad I thought I was going to have to go to the ER
Bile is produced in the liver, stored in the gallbladder and used in the small intestine. It helps digest fatty foods by emulsifying the lipids.
Are there any food restrictions immediately after gallbladder surgery?
No, there shouldn't be. After gallbladder surgery there are usually no dietary restrictions at all.
How are the stomach pancreas and gallbladder the same?
The stomach, pancreas, and gallbladder are all integral components of the digestive system, working together to process food. They each produce and store digestive substances: the stomach secretes gastric juices, the pancreas produces enzymes and hormones, and the gallbladder stores bile. All three organs play crucial roles in breaking down food, aiding nutrient absorption, and regulating digestion. Additionally, they are all located in the abdominal cavity and contribute to the overall digestive process.
