Where does gallbladder stones cause pain?
Disease description:
I've recently been feeling some pain in my upper abdomen, and a friend suggested I might have gallstones. Where do gallstones usually cause pain?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Gallstones typically cause pain in the upper abdomen or right upper quadrant. Gallstones are a condition characterized by stone formation in the gallbladder, which may result from cholesterol supersaturation in bile, abnormal gallbladder function, and other factors. After onset, patients may experience indigestion symptoms triggered by consuming greasy foods or overeating, leading to dull pain in the upper or right upper abdomen. Additionally, changes in body position during sleep may cause stones to shift and become lodged in the gallbladder's neck or fundus, increasing intraluminal pressure and resulting in biliary colic, which also manifests as upper or right upper abdominal pain. Severe cases may be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and other symptoms. Patients are advised to seek timely medical attention when experiencing discomfort, clarify the underlying cause, and receive standardized treatment under a doctor's guidance.
