Gallstones · Cholecystitis · Pancreatitis

Author: Liu Jianwu (Editor)
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Publish Date: 2001-05-01
Features: This book features clear menu color images and provides a detailed introduction on how to reasonably choose a diet in daily life to protect the important digestive organs, the gallbladder and pancreas. It also covers examination methods for gallbladder and pancreas diseases, as well as medical explanations.
The gallbladder and pancreas are important digestive organs located between the right ribs and the xiphoid process. Bile flowing into the duodenum and pancreatic juice digest and break down food from the stomach to the duodenum, facilitating the absorption of nutrients in the intestines. When the gallbladder and pancreas function normally, the body remains free of abnormalities. However, when certain adverse factors stimulate the gallbladder and pancreas, causing dysfunction, their digestive fluids may damage the body's digestive organs. Acute and chronic pancreatitis and cholecystitis are representative diseases resulting from such damage. Fatigue and stress are triggers for cholecystitis, excessive alcohol consumption can lead to pancreatitis, and excessive fat intake with insufficient exercise may cause gallstones to form in the gallbladder. Among gallstone patients, women are relatively more affected, with the disease being more common during middle age, particularly in those aged 40-50. The composition of stones is divided into two types: cholesterol and bilirubin. Cholesterol stones account for a significant proportion of gallstones, reflecting the dietary habits of excessive fat consumption. Individuals who frequently consume high-fat diets and attend banquets often should pay special attention.