Gallbladder disorders and clinical manifestations

¶ … Anatomy [...] gall bladder disorders, with background information for the first page, and then homeopathic treatments on the second page. Must be alternative treatments to surgery, drugs etc. (ex, diet)

The gall bladder is a small, pear-shaped organ nestled beneath the liver. It stores treats the bile from the liver, and then dumps the bile into the intestines. Gall bladders can suffer several disorders, such as gallstones, gall bladder sludge, infection and inflammation, and even cancer. Some symptoms of gall bladder disorders include nausea or vomiting, pain in the upper abdomen or between the shoulders, abdominal bloating, continued intolerance of fatty foods, and gas and/or indigestion (Comforth). Patients may also notice a fever, or slight jaundice (yellow skin or whites of the eyes) (Bartel). Gallstones are the most common form of gall bladder disorder, and usually are the cause of at least 80% of gall bladder disorders. Usually, there are always stones present in most gall bladders. However, when the stones move, and block the cystic duct, which is the main artery out of the gall bladder, problems occur. This is when the gall bladder cannot remove the bile, and it builds up inside the gall bladder with not outlet. Eventually this can lead to other complications, such as inflammation, infection, and even bursting of the gall bladder. Gallstones often form as a result of the liver releasing toxic bile, and gallstones occur in about 80% of gall bladder cancer cases (Bartel). An increase in cholesterol or a decrease in metabolism can also lead to the formation of gallstones. Patients are often obese, and more women get gallstones than men do. Usually the patients are 35 to 40 years of age (Editors 335). Sediment can also form in the gall bladder, and clog it so it does not work effectively. Large amounts of fats and/or oils can help contribute to sludge, as can stress.

There are many treatments for gall bladder disorders, such as drugs and surgery. However, many holistic remedies, such as diet and acupuncture have been found to help ease disorders of the gall bladder. Many holistic practitioners recommend slowly cleansing the gall bladder to aid symptoms. Cleansing consists of a slow removal of toxins and sediment in the gall bladder, and lasts about 21 days. During the cleanse, patients should avoid high-fat foods, along with meats, dairy, and eggs. The patient instead should concentrate on unrefined grains, vegetables, fruits, and legumes to help clear the gall bladder. There are also certain foods that help remove gallstones, they include: pears, parsnips, seaweeds, lemons, limes, and turmeric. Radishes are also quite helpful in removing stones, so the patient should eat 1-2 radishes a day between meals and drink 3 cups of cleavers tea or 5 cups of chamomile tea a day throughout the 21-day cleansing period. In addition, the patient should pour five teaspoons of cold-pressed flaxseed oil over their food during one meal to help aid the process (Vickery).