The gallbladder is a sac located under the liver. It stores and concentrates the bile produced in the liver. Conditions which slow or obstruct the flow of bile out of the gall bladder result in gallbladder disease. A CBC shows infection by an elevated white blood cell count . See the specific type of gallbladder disease.
Complications See the specific type of gallbladder disease.
Calling Your Health Care Provider Call your health care provider if you develop symptoms of gallbladder disease. In most cases, prevention is not possible. Reducing intake of fatty foods and weight reduction may reduce symptoms in people with gallbladder disease. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions.