Gallbladder Stones During Pregnancy

Educational Video - Dr Abhimanyu Kapoor @healthybytes-drabhimanyukapoor

Gallstones can occur during pregnancy quite often. The hormonal changes that take place during pregnancy can affect the gallbladder and increase the risk of developing gallstones.

Gallstones are hardened deposits that form in the gallbladder, a small organ located beneath the liver. The gallbladder stores bile, a digestive fluid produced by the liver. Gallstones can vary in size and composition, and they can cause symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and indigestion.

During pregnancy, the levels of hormones, particularly estrogen, increase. This can lead to changes in the way the gallbladder contracts and releases bile, which may contribute to the formation of gallstones. Additionally, the gallbladder may be compressed by the growing uterus, leading to a reduced flow of bile and an increased risk of stone formation.

If gallstones develop during pregnancy, they may or may not cause symptoms. Many women with gallstones experience no symptoms and may not require any treatment. However, if symptoms occur or if complications arise, medical intervention may be necessary.

If a pregnant woman experiences symptoms of gallstones, such as severe abdominal pain, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. The healthcare provider will evaluate the symptoms and may recommend tests such as an ultrasound or other imaging studies to confirm the presence of gallstones.

The treatment options for gallstones during pregnancy depend on the severity of the symptoms and the potential risks to both the mother and the fetus. In many cases, conservative management is preferred, which involves managing the symptoms through dietary modifications, such as avoiding fatty foods, and pain management.

If the symptoms are severe or complications arise, such as inflammation of the gallbladder (cholecystitis) or blockage of the bile ducts, surgical intervention may be necessary. In such cases, the healthcare provider will carefully weigh the risks and benefits of surgery for the pregnant woman and the fetus. Surgical options may include removing the gallbladder (cholecystectomy) or clearing the blocked bile ducts.

It's important for pregnant women who have been diagnosed with gallstones or are experiencing symptoms to work closely with their healthcare provider to determine the most appropriate management plan for their specific situation.

[ankitayadav]

Thanku so much sir mujhe bhi 5 th month of pregnancy me gall stones ka pata chala hai..mujhe bas vomiting or acid refluxes ka symptoms hai...bt ur video helped me so much bcoz I was vry scared

[gouravVerma-wcpo]

1.5 month main pregnancy main bllader ka operation karva sakte ha

[KhushnumaShariq]

Thank you sir 25 din baad mera opration h m pregnant hu

[nithinkumardeekonda]

Hi sir,

my wife is 4th month pregnant, our gastroenterologist said that there are 50 small small gallstones, if one stone can slip into intestine, there will be problem in 3rd trimester, thats why he suggested us to go for surgery in 2nd trimester only. There is no pain now, but 2 times attack was done in the 3rd month. Please suggest. If we can go for surgery in safe period ( 2nd trimester) or we should wait till delivery.

[abhishek.]

Sir,
I'm 21 year old
Maine ultrasound karwaya to pta laga
Gallbladder me 2 polyps hain 3mm and 4mm....what should I do?
Please Sir reply 🙏🏻

[deepika-deepika]

Sir mene operation karaya tha gall bladder ka open surgery karai thi to kitne time baad baby concive kar sakte hai

[Poonamsami]

Kiya gallbladder stone hone pr pregnancy plan n kr skte h please reply

[NoorRahim-sb]

G mai pregnant hu or mjhy gall stones hogya hai pregnancy mai hi
To jo doctor hai meri wo kehti hai k 9 month k bad dekhy gy kya krna hai
Abhi mera 1st month hai pregnancy ka complete hony wala hai
Or vomiting bht horhi hai pain b hai sb
To kya krna chahiye js se baby b safe ho or khtra b hat jay

[kirandevi]

MUJHE BHI SIR GALLSTONES HUA THA, AB LAPAROSCOPIC REMOVED KARWA LIYE HAI AUR GALLBLADDER BHI, 😊

[smilechhabra]

Jinke gb stone hota h

Kya unke c section hi hota h kya plz sir btayiue

[tunumunusvlogs]

Sir mere gallbladder surgery 2 month ho Gaya abhi mere pregnency positive Aya sir risk he kiya

[Priyabhalbhale]

Sir me 8 months pregnant hun or mujhe ab pata chala he ki mujhe gallbladder stone hai and mujhe mere pet ke upri hisse me bahar dard bi ho raha he to sir men kya karu 1 mahina nikal lu ya avi surgery karwana bahat jaruri hoga please sir reply kijie ga mere lie bahat help hoga

[monahaider]

Plz reply me.mjhy pain nai I have stones.what should I do.n i am.pregnant.

[Shalveenasheikh]

Mujhe gallbladder stone h multiple tiny 3 to 4 mm or meri pregnancy ka 8 month start hua h mujhe bich bich me pain hota hai 1, 2 month me pain hone ke bad me injection leti hu hospital me ya bottle chdti h to normal ho jata h dard ab mujhe dar lg rha h meri delivery c-section se honi h to stone ki vajah se koi prblm to nhi aayegi kyuki mere stone wale doc. Ne abhi surgery krne se mna kra h bola h 2 month bad opret krwa lena me kya kru

[aorpaakter]

Mujhe 26 September gallbladder stone laparoscope sergury huyi he me kitne din bat me baby planing kar skti hu

[celestinachettri]

Sir i m in my 2nd tremister and i have gall stone. I want to do my gall stone surgery. How do i take your appointment

[secondhandclothesbusiness]

Sir without gallbladder pregnancy possible hai ya nhi

[NehaRao-xkhm]

Jinhe pta hi 8 th month m lge wo kya kre sir but jaundice ho chuka h 8 th month m

[manpreetlitt]

Sir mujhe gallbladder removed karve 1 saal hogea hai mere 19 m stone tha av ma pregnant hu ka mera normal delivery hoga ja c science pls reply

[Sanjaysingh]

Doctor sahab jai hind ex.army security guards ke job aap ke Hospital me Khali hai kya sir..pls reply doctor sahab .