Could gall bladder cause this ?
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Hi has anyone had this problem please ? I have suffered for a few years with digestive problems which seem to be getting worse. Its mainly been acid indigestion causing sharp pains. I have had an endoscope last year which showed small patch of inflammation and small hiatus hernia (no H.pylori). I do get pains across waist area and to right side below ribs so also had an ultrasound last year but it did not show any stones.
Now this year increasing pains across waist area and a few weeks ago i had terrible pain in centre of stomach area and across waist. I felt as like i wanted to be sick, was sweating and panting with pains that felt like my stomach was contracting to push something downwards. I honestly thought i had some sort of blockage and as i had been suffering constipation (unusual for me) thought this might have been the cause.
The pain eased after about an hour but i am still having some stomach problems so doctor is sending me for another ultrasound scan.
Has anyone had the pain and contracting feeling ?
Can gallbladder problems cause constipation ?
Is it common to have gall bladder trouble even though no stones show on ultra sound scan ?
Thank you for reading, any advice most welcome.
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lynda20916 frances02122
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Hi, Frances. Sorry to learn you're going through this. It could be gallbladder related. Each person is different and can manifest different symptoms, not all of them the "classic" ones that doctors look for.
Ultrasounds don't always show small stones and sludge, a CT scan might do better. If you are currently seeing a gp, I suggest that you get a referral to a gastroenterologist, who might be better able to diagnose your condition and treat you.
Best of luck and let me know how you do!
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lynda20916 frances02122
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You are so welcome! Cmross had some great advice, too! I think that now you're probably in better shape to speak with your doctor!
Please do let us know how you get on!
cmross1108 frances02122
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Stones aren't the only reason for gallbladder issues. If ultrasound comes back clean, you could ask for a HIDA scan which measures how well your gallbladder is functioning. If it's not functioning well, or functioning too well, it can cause issues as well.
Diane33000 cmross1108
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i will agree with the last 2 posts regarding having anHIDA scan. I had ultrasound, endoscope, colonoscopy, and CT with dye performed. The HIDA was the only thing that made a true diagnosis. I also have had 6 to 7 blood work panels drawn. But the HIDA scan confirmed my suspicions. Talk with your Doctor about this type of procedure.
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