Cholesterol gallstones - The most common type gallstone, generally yellow-colored and is composed mainly of undissolved cholesterol. Pigment gallstones- Generally dark brown or black colored stones develop from bilirubin.
Back pain (between shoulder blades) Burping Clay-colored stools Dark-colored urine Gas Shoulder pain (right side)
A family history Being female Consumption of high-fat, high-cholesterol, low-fiber diet Obesity Older age (above 40) Pregnancy Rapid unexplained weight loss in a short period time Sedentary lifestyle Use of oral contraceptives or hormone therapy drugs
Bile duct infection Blockage in the pancreatic duct Gallbladder infection
Gastroenterologist General Surgeon
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