Bile Reflux happens when bile from the gallbladder flows back to the stomach. It can cause pain, jaundice, nausea, and a bitter taste in the mouth.
Bile reflux results from Gallstones, which are small stones of cholesterol forming in the gallbladder.
The blockage prevents bile from being released into the intestines, where it aids in digestion. The bile then flows back to the liver, making it swell and press against nearby organs.
Other causes of bile reflux include:
When the Sphincter, the muscle that controls the flow of bile, does not function properly, it allows bile to flow back into the stomach.
Stress or anxiety
Excessive fatty foods or alcohol consumption
Obesity
Lack of exercise