Proper care of the gallbladder (2)

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The gallbladder is a hollow organ that sits in a shallow position below the right lobe of the liver that is grey-blue in life.

In adults, the gallbladder measures approximately seven to 10 centimetres in length and four centimeters in diameter when fully distended.Gender: women between 20-60yrs of age are twice likely to develop stones than men.Estrogen found in birth control pills, pregnant women, and hormone replacement therapy.Fasting: this inhibits the gall bladder’s ability to contract to cause the high concentration of cholesterol buildup in the bile.

Liver cirrhosis. It is usually due to heavy alcohol consumption or infection. Heavy metal deposits in the body and food toxins may also be a predisposing factor to liver cirrhosis The prevalence of gallstones reported in sickle cell disease has varied widely, from 34 to 70 per cent in West Africa, 29 per cent in Jamaica, between four and 25 per cent in Africa. This variability depends on the age and sensitivity of the diagnostic method.

 

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