Risk factors for developing gallstones Over 40 years old Female Family history Obesity and rapid weight loss Type 2 diabetes Problems gallstones can cause Biliary colic – intermittent upper abdominal pain. Cholecystitis – constant pain localized to the right upper abdomen. Choledocholithiasis – stones in the bile duct. Cholangitis Pancreatitis Diagnosis Blood tests- liver function … Continue reading Gallstone Surgery