Chronic cholecystitis is caused by repeated mild attacks of
acute cholecystitis. This leads to thickening of the walls of the gallbladder. The
gallbladder begins to shrink and eventually loses the ability to perform its function:
concentrating and storing bile. Eating fatty foods may aggravate the symptoms of
cholecystitis, because bile is needed to digest such foods.
Chronic Cholecystitis
The disease occurs more often in women than in men, and the incidence increases after
the age of 40. Risk factors include the presence of gallstones and a history of acute
cholecystitis
Here is a video that is very helpful at explaining
chronic cholecystiti.
Please if using the images ling back to this site. Direct
linking is acceptable.
This web site is intended for your own
informational purposes only. No person or entity associated with
this web site purports to be engaging in the practice of
medicine through this medium. The information you receive is not
intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician or other
health care professional. If you have an illness or medical
problem, contact your health care provider.
