Persistent Gallbladder Symptoms

Gallbladder disease occurs when the gallbladder becomes blocked by a gallstone (cholecystitis) or when it becomes inflamed due to an infection (cholelithiasis). The gallbladder is a bile-filled sac located under the liver. The gallbladder's job is to release bile when it is needed to aid in the digestion of fatty foods. The following symptoms may occur when there is a problem with the gallbladder.

Pain

• An individual with gallbladder disease will feel recurrent, intense pain in the upper and middle of his right side. The pain may also travel to back and chest. This pain may be worse after eating, especially when eating fatty foods.

Gassiness

• Gallbladder disease often causes a feeling of fullness, and may cause an excess production of gas.

Fever

• An individual with gallbladder disease may experience fever of more than 100 degrees F.

Heartburn

• Gallbladder disease often causes persistent heartburn.

Stomach Upset

• Gallbladder disease may cause vomiting and persistent nausea.