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Gallstones: Women at Higher Risk for Pain and Care

11/6/2025

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Summary

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Gallstones can cause significant pain and may require urgent care, especially for women.
Symptoms include chronic abdominal pain, nausea after fatty meals, and acute cholecystitis.
Dr. Anish Sheth notes gallstones are more common in women due to hormonal factors.
Risk factors include obesity, fertility, female sex, and age over 40.
Many cases are asymptomatic, but lifestyle changes and medical consultation can help.

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Story summary

Gallstones can cause significant pain and may require urgent care, especially for women.
Symptoms include chronic abdominal pain, nausea after fatty meals, and acute cholecystitis.
Dr. Anish Sheth notes gallstones are more common in women due to hormonal factors.
Risk factors include obesity, fertility, female sex, and age over 40.
Many cases are asymptomatic, but lifestyle changes and medical consultation can help.