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In two cases, chemical analysis of supposed gallstones that were excreted in the course of a gallbladder flush showed that these were not real gallstones, but "soap stones", which are structures formed in the gut due to a reaction of the digestive juices with the ingested treatment. [3] [4]
[2] [3] Gallstones may be suspected based on symptoms. [4] Diagnosis is then typically confirmed by ultrasound. [2] Complications may be detected using blood tests. [2] The risk of gallstones may be decreased by maintaining a healthy weight with exercise and a healthy diet. [2] If there are no symptoms, treatment is usually not needed. [2]
The clinical course of biliary sludge can do one of three things: (1) it can resolve completely, (2) wax and wane, or (3) progress to gallstones. [1] [2] [3] If the biliary sludge has a cause (e.g. pregnancy), it oftentimes is resolved when the underlying cause is removed. [3]
The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases reports that 10 to 15 percent of the U.S. population, about 25 million people, are affected by gallstones. Your Guide to Gallstones
Bear bile has been shown in studies to be able to get rid of gallstones or dissolve them in the gallbladder. [ 71 ] [ 72 ] Due to controversy around the use of bear farming to obtain bile, synthetic sources for ursodeoxycholic acid are currently being worked on and investigated.
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Chelidonium majus has traditionally been used for treatment of various inflammatory diseases including atopic dermatitis. [33] It is also traditionally used in the treatment of gallstones and dyspepsia. [34] The Iroquois give an infusion of whole plant, another plant and milk to pigs that drool and have sudden movements. [35] [clarification needed]