An inflammation of the gallbladder is usually a result from a low-grade chronic infection.
Probable Causes
- Bacteria that may have traveled from any point of the body such as the tonsils or even the appendix through the bloodstream to the gallbladder
- Presence of gallstone
a) Obesity
b) Pregnancy
c) Constipation
d) Constricting clothes
e) Improper diet
f) Digestive upsets
Probable Symptoms
- Pain radiating from the upper abdominal area (epigastric) to the right shoulder
- Impaired fat digestion (fat intolerance)
- Sense of fullness
- Urge to vomit
- Stomach distention with intake of gas-forming vegetables and strongly-flavored foods
- Low-grade fever
Helpful Dietary Management
- Eat a low fat diet and bland diet.
- Have small frequent meals.
Note: The gallbladder contracts to release bile when fat is present in the digestive system. This influences the intensity and incidence of pain and discomfort in cholecystitis.
Reference: Healing Wonders of Diet Effective Guide to Diet Therapy p.36-37 © 2003 Philippine Publishing House ISBN 971-581-013-6
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