Gallbladder Cancer

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 People who have gallstones or have had gallstones in the past are more likely to develop gallbladder cancer. The risk may be higher for people with larger gallstones. It is still very rare to develop gallbladder cancer in people with gallstones, however. The size and number of gallstones can vary and they may or may not be symptomatic. In most cases, the gallbladder must be removed. 


Symptoms


  • An upper right abdomen pain that intensifies suddenly and rapidly.

  • Intense pain just below your breastbone in the center of your abdomen.

  • Soreness in your shoulder.

  • Pain in your right shoulder.

  • Nausea or vomiting.


Causes


  • Cysts of the choledochal duct

  • Bile duct disorders

  • Jaundice, fever, and body pain

  • Obesity

  • Excess protein and calcium content in the body

  • Typhoid

  • Hereditary factors

  • Gallbladder cancer is more likely to develop in women.



Treatment


  • Standard treatments  

  • Surgery

  • Radiation therapy

  • Chemotherapy


Modern Treatments

  • Radiation sensitizers

  • Targeted therapy

  • Immunotherapy





Precautions and Conclusion


Follow-up tests may be needed post-treatment. Any problems you may be experiencing should be discussed with your health care team. Symptoms and side effects can then be treated as soon as possible by the health care team. Preventing more serious complications is also possible. Good eating habits and a healthy lifestyle are very important.


The most notable name for the best general surgeon in Kolkata is Dr. Gaurav Kumar, who has been constantly working in Narayana Superspeciality for the last 5 years, in the department of GI surgery, Minimal Invasive Surgery & General surgery. He mentions the importance of letting your patients know about their diseases and making them aware of what their diagnosis means, explaining the risk factors and so on so as to make sure that there is full awareness of decisions and a clarity during the whole procedure, leaving no place for misunderstanding.


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