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Chronic Cholecystitis

Chronic cholecystitis is long-standing swelling and irritation of the gallbladder.Chronic cholecystitis is usually caused by repeated attacks of acute cholecystitis. This leads to thickening of the gallbladder walls.

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Symptoms

Attacks of upper abdominal pain, often with nausea or vomiting.

Causes

Chronic cholecystitis is usually caused by repeated attacks of acute cholecystitis. This leads to thickening of the g...

Tests

Tests that reveal gallstones or inflammation in the gallbladder:Abdominal CT scanAbdominal ultrasoundGallbladder scan...

Treatments

Surgery is the usual treatment. Surgery to remove the gallbladder (cholecystectomy) can be performed as an open or l...

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Risk Factors

Female Gender
History of Gallstones
Age over 40

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Prevention

The condition is not always preventable. Eating less fatty foods may relieve symptoms in people with acute cholecyst...

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Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you develop any symptoms of cholecystitis.

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