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Acute cholecystitis (Gallstones)



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Acute cholecystitis (Gallstones)

Alternative Names:

Cholecystitis - acute; Gallstones - acute cholecyctitis
Symptoms:

The main symptom is abdominal pain -- particularly after a fatty meal -- that is located on the upper right side of the abdomen. Occasionally, nausea and vomiting or fever may occur.


Signs and tests:

A doctor's examination of the abdomen by touch (palpation) may reveal tenderness.

Tests that detect the presence of gallstones or inflammation include:





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