Gallbladder cancer : A guide to understanding the silent killer

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Gallbladder cancer : A guide to understanding the silent killer

Gallbladder cancer is a rare but highly serious condition which affects the gallbladder, a small organ located beneath the liver. The gallbladder plays a crucial role in the digestive process which stores the bile fluid. Gallbladder cancer develops in the gallbladder’s cells and as it progresses, it dwells into surrounding tissues and organs.

Causes of gallbladder cancer :

  • Gallstones
  • age and gender
  • family history
  • obesity
  • chronic infections
  • porcelain gallbladder

symptoms of gallbladder cancer :

  • abdominal pain
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • jaundice
  • unexplained weight loss
  • loss of appetite
  • a lump in the abdomen

treatment options :

  • surgery
  • chemotherapy
  • radiation therapy
  • palliative care

Preventive measures :

  • maintain a healthy weight
  • Get treated for gallstones immediately
  • limit consumption of fatty, processed foods
  • avoid smoking and excessive alcohol intake
  • go for regular checkups

Gallbladder cancer can be challenging to deal with. It is necessary to understand the causes and symptoms in order to take swift action against it as untreated gallbladder cancer is life threatening. Dr Satya Prakash ray Choudhury is the best gastroenterologist in Bhubaneswar. Book an appointment today !