Don’t overlook the dangers hidden by gallstones, diarrhea, and their unpleasant symptoms1. Don’t mistake diarrhea for simple indigestionOne of the symptoms of gallstone disease caused by stones formed in the gallbladder can be frequent diarrhea. It’s similar to symptoms caused by indigestion and irritable colon syndrome, so it’s easy to overlook, but diarrhea is not a matter to be taken lightly. If you have diarrhea, stomachache, nausea, and vomiting that are repeated after meals, it can be more than just digestive symptoms.In particular, in the case of fatty stools that have oily stools due to clogged bile discharge channels and problems with fat digestion and absorption, gallstone disease should be suspected. Diarrhea may be too dangerous a sign to pass.2. Look for cholesterol, the cause of cholelithiasis diarrheaThe main cause of cholelithiasis is cholesterol gallstones that crystallize as cholesterol levels in the bile increase. High-fat eating habits, obesity, and genetic factors are the background. Cholesterol gallstones tend to occur frequently in women, mothers with a lot of pregnancy experience, and people in their 40s and older.On the other hand, chromatic gallstones, which are mainly composed of bilirubin pigments, are often caused by hemolytic anemia, which increases red blood cell destruction. The risk factors vary depending on the type of gallstone, so if there are elements that apply to you, you should keep in mind the possibility of gallstone disease. Don’t miss the risk of cholesterol, gallstone disease starting with its small crystal.3. Please be aware of these symptoms in addition to diarrhea of gallstone diseaseIn addition to diarrhea in the lesion, there are other symptoms that should be suspected of cholelithiasis. It varies from digestive symptoms such as indigestion, vomiting, cold sweat, and jaundice to systemic symptoms caused by bile duct closure. In particular, gallstone attacks, in which pain from the pit of the stomach spreads to the back and shoulders, are a typical symptom.The symptoms of pain are similar to myocardial infarction, and sometimes cold sweat is accompanied. There are many cases where the diagnosis of cholelithiasis is delayed due to these various symptoms. If these symptoms are repeated along with diarrhea, it is recommended to have a detailed diagnosis through an examination. Cholelithiasis is approaching us with various faces.4. Cholelithiasis Diarrhea, Risk of Complications Growing As You Leave ItIt is dangerous to leave gallstone disease unattended with diarrhea caused by gallbladder disease. This is because not only do you feel pain after repeated gallstone attacks, but you can also develop into serious complications such as gallbladder inflammation, cholangitis, and pancreatitis. Cholelithotic pancreatitis is known as the most common cause of acute pancreatitis, and bile duct closure by gallstones is considered to be the main mechanism of development.In severe cases, it can lead to sepsis and shock, so you need to be careful. In addition, research shows that chronic gallstone patients also have a high risk of developing gallbladder cancer, which is too dangerous to leave unattended. And keep in mind that there is a risk of complications hidden after mild symptoms.5. Get a clear diagnosis through a thorough examinationIf you suspect diarrhea of gallstone disease, it is important to have an appropriate examination for a detailed diagnosis. It is a primary examination of abdominal ultrasound. Although it is non-invasive, it is highly accurate enough to detect more than 90% of gallbladder gallstones. If the test results show that you have cholelithiasis with symptoms, you should consider active treatment. The treatment for gallstone disease begins when the actual condition is revealed through a thorough examination.6. There are many different treatments, from endoscopy to surgeryThe treatment of gallstone of gallstone and diarrhea may vary depending on the position and symptoms of the symptoms of gallstone.In case of gallbladder, the gallbladder cancer is one of the following treatment by an endoscope processing of the tissue.If the endoscope treatment is difficult, you will consider surgery.If the gallbladder gallbladder gallbladder gallbladder excision is fixed as standard treatment.The pain is more than five times of the gallbladder camera, and the pain is also a good advantage of the pain is performed and the pain is quickly and the pain is faster.However, it should be necessary to be aware of the possibility of merger after surgery.However, the hospital has been working with a single abdominal cavity mirror surgery and a single abdominal cavity mirror surgery and a gallbladder surgery of the North Asan Hospital.In particular, especially for acute gallbladder surgery, especially in Korea, the only SCSI paper, and instructions are also introduced to the only SCI thesis.7. Prevention of cholelithiasis diarrhea and improvement of lifestyle are the top priorityThe most effective way to prevent cholelithiasis is to improve your lifestyle. It is helpful to avoid high-fat and high-cholesterol diets and eat foods rich in dietary fiber. In the case of obesity, weight loss can reduce the risk of gallstone disease. It is important to maintain a healthy weight through regular meals and proper exercise.Also, intermittent fasting or sudden weight loss can rather promote gallstone formation, so caution is needed. In addition, it is recommended to avoid excessive drinking and smooth the flow of bile through regular water intake. 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