{"id":14192,"date":"2020-03-10T08:18:07","date_gmt":"2020-03-10T08:18:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/?p=14192"},"modified":"2021-05-05T17:36:51","modified_gmt":"2021-05-05T17:36:51","slug":"14-common-causes-of-inflamed-gallbladder","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/14-common-causes-of-inflamed-gallbladder\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Common Causes of Inflamed Gallbladder"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The gallbladder is located below the liver. It stores bile that is produced from the liver and then releases the bile through ducts into your small intestine. The bile will then help to break down any foods that you eat. Fatty foods require more bile to break down. For most people, the gallbladder will not cause much concern or have any issues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, when something such as inflammation slows down or even blocks the flow of bile from the gallbladder, several issues may result. A person may experience abdominal pain as well as several digestive issues if their gallbladder becomes inflamed for any reason. You may find that you are in the bathroom more often than not when you are experiencing issues with your gallbladder. Reducing your risk of gallbladder inflammation is possible. Here are 14 of the most common causes of gallbladder inflammation and what you may be able to do to avoid them. 
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Gallstones<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to inflammation of the gallbladder, gallstones <\/a>are often the culprit. Gallstones are small hard substances that may develop in the gallbladder. When this occurs, gallstones may simply stay in the wall of the gallbladder and not cause any issues at all. However, if the stones move and block the duct of the gallbladder, it can cause damage to the sac, which in turn may cause it to become inflamed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the liver keeps producing bile at this time, and it has no place to go, it can cause you to experience heartburn as well as other symptoms. Most of the time, the gallstones will loosen up and move on their own. At this time, the symptoms will typically disappear. In some cases, gallstones may have to be surgically removed. The symptoms of gallstones will vary based on each individual, but the pain associated with them can be severe. 
<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

2. High Cholesterol<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you have high cholesterol<\/a>, you are at a higher risk of developing gallstones and other health-related issues. If you are diagnosed with high cholesterol, changing your diet can go a long way, lowering your cholesterol and improving your overall health. When your cholesterol levels are high in your body, the chemicals found in bile that is created by the liver, will not be able to dissolve all of it effectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When the liver is filled with more cholesterol than it can deal with, it typically will result in gallstones forming. When cholesterol-based gallstones form, they may not present any type of serious health problems. This is because they often remain small in size and attach to the wall of the gallbladder. However, when a gallstone moves and becomes stuck in a sensitive area, such as the duct that leads to the gallbladder, inflammation may occur. 
<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

3. Excessive Bilirubin<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When the liver produces too much cholesterol for the bile to be able to break down effectively, gallstones may form. These gallstones may cause an inflammation of the gallbladder. However, too much cholesterol is not the only issue. When your bile has too much bilirubin<\/a>, it can have some serious side effects. The body creates bilirubin to begin the process of breaking down the red blood cells. Often the body will create too much bilirubin when there is an issue in the liver, such as cirrhosis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drinking alcohol excessively is often the cause of cirrhosis of the liver. If your liver does not function properly, it can affect your gallbladder as well because the gallbladder and the liver are very closely related. If the liver is not functioning properly and is inflamed, your gallbladder may become inflamed as well. Excessive bilirubin may be caused by other conditions as well, including blood disorders and biliary tract infections. 
<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

4. Structural Problems with the Gallbladder<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Not every issue that a person has is directly linked to dietary issues. If your gallbladder is not functioning properly, it may simply be inflamed by something such as gallstones<\/a>. When the gallbladder is not emptying properly, the bile in and around it can become quite concentrated. This can cause the gallbladder to become inflamed. When the bile cannot be emptied, it can cause larger gallstones to form. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These large gallstones may be very painful. As the entryway to the gallbladder becomes more blocked, many health issues might arise. Some of the health issues that may occur include jaundice, pain, fever, as well as other serious health complications. If your gallbladder has structural issues, there is not much you can do to avoid inflammation. However, following a gallbladder diet is important to help maintain the gallbladder function properly and to help avoid inflammation. 
<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

5. Genetics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another common cause of inflammation of the gallbladder is simply genetics<\/a>. Some health issues are passed down among generations. There is not much a person can do to avoid these health issues. If members of your family suffer from issues with their gallbladder, there is a good chance that you will suffer from the same types of issues as well at some point in your life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To help avoid some of the common issues with your gallbladder, you should make sure that you monitor your diet. Make sure you mention your family medical history to your doctor and ask about a safe diet for combatting gallbladder inflammation. Avoiding alcoholic beverages is likely going to be recommended, as consuming alcohol can wreak havoc on your liver and your gallbladder. 
<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

6. Age<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We all are going to age<\/a>, and there is not a whole lot that you can do about that. As you get older, there is an increase in your risk of developing issues with your gallbladder. This is just because as you get older, your organs and other body parts begin to deteriorate. As this aging process occurs, you may notice more and more health issues arising. Your digestive system may become more sensitive than it once was. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once again, changing your diet when you are younger can help you avoid some of the more common health issues that occur when you get older. Your diet plays an important role in the body. You need proper nutrition to keep your body as healthy as possible. Diets that have a high-fat content can cause your liver to do extra work. When your liver is working extra hard, so is your gallbladder, which may cause inflammation. 
<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

7. Sex<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When referring to gallbladder issues, having sex is not related. When referring to sex and gallbladder inflammation, it is whether you are male or female. In this case, if you are female, you are more likely to have issues with your gallbladder over time. Women who have issues with their weight <\/a>are more likely to experience gallbladder inflammation. Also, women who have children are at a higher risk. Finally, women who take birth control are also at an increased risk of developing inflammation of their gallbladder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This means, women over the age of 40, who have children, take birth control and are overweight, create the highest risk group in terms of developing inflammation of the gallbladder. Aging is not something you can do a lot about. Besides, many women want to have children and also want to avoid having more children at some point in their lives. This means there is not much you can do to improving your chances of developing gallbladder inflammation. 
<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

8. Obesity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another common reason that people develop inflammation of their gallbladder is simply being overweight or obese<\/a>. There are several health risks and concerns about being overweight. This includes heart disease, which is one of the leading causes of death in the western world. Besides, a person who is overweight or obese is more likely to develop gallstones as well as other issues with their gallbladder. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A person who is overweight or obese will often also have high cholesterol. As mentioned, an excess of cholesterol is one of the causes of gallstones and inflammation of the gallbladder. If you have high cholesterol on top of being overweight, your chances of developing issues with your gallbladder increases. With this being said, losing weight and lowering your cholesterol can decrease the chances of inflammation in the body, including in the gallbladder. 
<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

9. Rapid Weight Loss<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As mentioned, losing weight can help reduce the risk of developing inflammation<\/a>. However, at times when a person sets out to fix their health, they make drastic changes suddenly. Making these drastic changes can have some unfavorable side effects. When you are trying to lose weight, steady weight loss that is slow is the best option. Think about just one or two pounds each week. Losing a lot of weight quickly is typically what people are looking to do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, when this happens, it could actually increase the risk of developing inflammation. When the body is breaking down fat during fasting, the liver excretes more cholesterol into bile. This may cause inflammation of the gallbladder. If you have high cholesterol in combination with being overweight, it is important to make changes to your diet. However, you want to do this over time, as this is the best way to keep the gallbladder and liver functioning properly. 
<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

10. Diet<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to causes of gallbladder inflammation, your diet <\/a>plays a big role. The gallbladder is an important part of your digestive system. When you are filling your body with foods that are not nutritious, it can cause problems throughout your entire body. High-fat contents and high cholesterol contents are two signs that you should probably not be eating that particular food. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, a diet that is high in carbs and low in fiber can also cause inflammation to develop. The reason for this is because refined carbs have the bran removed from the grain. The germ and the bran contain many nutrients as well as fiber. Fiber is important in the digestive system as well as in helping to prevent the development of inflammation. This is why it is important to eat a well-balanced diet to keep your gallbladder and the rest of the digestive system working the way that it is supposed to. 
<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

11. Pregnancy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Growing a baby is hard work, and with it comes a lot of side effects and changes that the body goes through. There are many changes that take place during pregnancy. Fortunately, many of these changes and health conditions only occur while pregnant. When a woman is pregnant, the hormones <\/a>may cause the liver to release more bile. The bile that is produced will typically contain more cholesterol. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the gallbladder stops contracting normally, it can cause gallstones to develop. Women who are pregnant need to monitor their health carefully. This includes eating a well-balanced diet. If gallstones form while pregnant, they must be carefully monitored by a healthcare professional. If the gallbladder becomes blocked by a gallstone or if there is an infection, it might be necessary to have surgery. The surgery is considered to be safe for both mom and fetus. 
<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

12. Fatty Diets<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As you can see, there is a trend about diets that go along with inflammation of the gallbladder<\/a>. Diets that are high in fat can be the cause of the inflammation that you are experiencing. Just as the liver has difficulty breaking up cholesterol, it also has trouble breaking down fatty foods. Foods that are fried and have a high-fat content can be difficult to digest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When this occurs, the liver may produce more bile to help break down the fat. When more bile is produced, it can get backed up in the gallbladder. As more bile is left in and around the gallbladder, it may cause the gallbladder to become inflamed. This inflammation may cause a person to feel sick to their stomach or experience heartburn and other digestive issues. Lowering the amount of fat in your diet can go a long way when it comes to keeping both your liver and your gallbladder healthy. 
<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

13. Digestive Diseases<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you suffer from a digestive disease such as Crohn\u2019s disease<\/a>, you are more likely to develop inflammation of the gallbladder. Since the gallbladder helps the process of breaking down food, when you have a chronic illness that affects the digestive process, it can cause issues with your gallbladder as well. Your digestive system is all very closely related, which means that when you have an issue with one area, you are more likely to have an issue with other areas as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are noticing pain in your side and other issues related to an inflamed gallbladder, you should speak to your doctor about these issues. Typically, you will be told to eat a well-balanced diet and to lose weight if necessary to take the pressure off of your liver and your gallbladder. If your gallbladder becomes too inflamed, you may have to have it surgically removed to resolve your issues. 
<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

14. Other Related Conditions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Aside from digestive issues, other health issues may increase a person\u2019s chances of developing issues with their gallbladder. Anyone who suffers from an autoimmune disease may be more at risk of developing inflammation and other issues with their gallbladder. If you have any issues with your liver, such as cirrhosis<\/a>, you may also be at risk of developing gallbladder issues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heart disease and, as mentioned, high cholesterol may also increase your chances of developing inflammation of the gallbladder. As with many other health issues that you may face, a proper diet and exercise can be very helpful when trying to stay healthy. Of course, there are some genetic factors and other health issues that may develop, no matter how much you diet and exercise. As a general rule, maintaining a healthy weight will lower your risks of developing issues with your gallbladder. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n

<\/div>