Q: Which Doctor Should I Consult to Rule out Cholecystitis?
A: You may consult a General Practitioner in the initial stages of the disease. However if surgery is required then a General Surgeon or Gastroenterologist can be consulted.
Q: How can Obesity Cause Cholecystitis?
A: Usually the levels of cholesterol in obese persons are on the higher side and having high levels of cholesterol in the blood is the main cause for developing gallbladder stones.
Q: How to Prevent Repeat Attack of Cholecystitis?
A: A repeat attack of Cholecystitis can be prevented by keeping body weight in a normal range. You are advised to lose weight gradually if you are obese. A weight loss of about 2 kilograms per month is recommended. Also intake of fatty food has to be avoided and emphasis should be more on vegetables, fruits and whole grains.
Q: What is a Pseudolith or a "Fake Stone?
A: The gall bladder is a reservoir for bile. Sometimes the bile stored in the gallbladder thickens to form a sludge which is also known as a pseudolith or fake stone.
Q: Is Laparoscopic Surgery or Open Surgery the Best Option for Gallbladder Removal?
A: Both surgeries are equally effective, however, the resulting scar on the abdomen due to surgical incision is much smaller and less visible after Laparoscopic surgery.
Q: Are Gall Stones Found Equally in Both Males and Females?
A: Gallstones are two to three times more frequent in females than in males.
