What happen if a gallbladder stops working?

The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ that stores and concentrates bile, a fluid that helps digest fats. Bile is produced in the liver and flows into the gallbladder, where it is stored until needed. When you eat a fatty meal, the gallbladder contracts and releases bile into the small intestine, where it helps break down fats.

If the gallbladder stops working, bile can still flow into the small intestine, but it will be less concentrated and therefore less effective at digesting fats. This can lead to a number of problems, including:

* Malabsorption: The inability to absorb nutrients from food, which can lead to weight loss, malnutrition, and other health problems.

* Diarrhea: Bile helps to absorb water from the stool, so when the gallbladder stops working, the stool can become looser and more frequent.

* Abdominal pain: The gallbladder can become inflamed and painful when it is not working properly.

* Gallstones: Gallstones are hard, crystallized deposits of bile that can form in the gallbladder when it is not working properly. Gallstones can cause a number of problems, including pain, nausea, vomiting, and jaundice.

If you think you may have a problem with your gallbladder, see your doctor. Treatment options may include medication, surgery, or both.