Gallbladder: Function, Anatomy, and Associated Conditions. Story by Sherry Christiansen • 1y. Medically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DOMedically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DO.

What is the gallbladder and what does it do? Read on to learn more about this organ, including its function, anatomy, and whether a person can live without it.

Your gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ that’s tucked below your liver. You probably don’t think much about it -- until it hurts. Don't ignore gallbladder pain. Only a doctor can ...

These are the stages used for gallbladder cancer: Stage 0: Stage 0 cancers are often called carcinoma in situ. For stage 0 gallbladder cancer, tests have found abnormal cells on the inside of the ...

So, now that the anatomy lesson is over, it’s time to figure out WTH the gallbladder actually does—and how to ensure yours is healthy. Here are eight need-to-know facts: 1. It Helps with Digestion ...

Most problems that arise from the gallbladder are due to gallstones. However, there are lifestyle changes you can make to help manage your gallbladder ... Illustration shows the location of the ...

Gallbladder. The gallbladder is a storage sac for excess bile. ... Because digestive system anatomy and functions are so complicated, many health conditions can affect it.

The gallbladder is a small, hollow, pear-shaped pouch about 8cm long and about 2.5cm wide. It lies underneath the right side of your liver, in your upper abdomen. Two tubes connect to the gallbladder, ...

In 2015, a gallstone the size of a melon was removed from a 70-year-old man in China. It went unnoticed for decades and weighed almost 1.2kg and was 14cm long, making news as one of the largest ...

Dear Dr. Gott: Five years ago, I complained to my doctor about serious pain in the area of my gallbladder. A sonogram was taken, and the report came back normal. Many tests can determine if ...