Gallstones

What does "Gallstones" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Gallstones are hard particles that develop in the gallbladder, a small organ under the liver. They can range in size from a grain of sand to a golf ball. Gallstones form when there's too much cholesterol or waste in your bile, or if your gallbladder doesn't empty properly. They can cause pain in the upper right abdomen.

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