What is Gall Stones?

Gall bladder stones, or gall stones, are lumps of hardened bile deposited in the gall bladder. The gall bladder is a small sac present at the right upper abdomen, just under the liver. It stores bile, a liquid produced by the liver that is required for digestion of fats.

Bile is a thick liquid composed of proteins, water, bilirubin, bile salts, small quantities of copper, cholesterol, and other substances. If this chemical composition is disturbed by the excess of any substance — especially cholesterol — the liquid crystallizes to form small pebble-like structures known as gall stones.

Gall stones vary in size, from as small as a sand grain to as large as a golf ball. Usually they lie idle, but in some instances they migrate to the connecting ducts and block the passage, leading to a gall bladder attack requiring immediate medical attention.

A gall stone attack is characterized by severe pain in the upper right side of the abdomen, often coupled with vomiting and nausea. The pain may also be felt under the right shoulder or between the shoulder blades, and increases progressively over 30 minutes to a few hours. Other symptoms include abdominal bloating, belching, intolerance to fatty substances, and indigestion.

Symptoms

Severe pain in the upper right side of the abdomen
Pain under the right shoulder or between the shoulder blades
Pain that increases progressively for 30 minutes to a few hours
Nausea and vomiting
Abdominal bloating and belching
Intolerance to fatty foods
Indigestion

Causes

High concentration of cholesterol in bile disturbing its chemical balance
Liver cirrhosis or biliary tract infections
Blood-related genetic disorders such as sickle cell anemia
Women are more susceptible than men, especially those bearing many children
High cholesterol and fat-laden diet
Obesity or rapid weight gain
High triglyceride levels
Advanced age
Crohn's disease
Pregnancy

Homeopathic Treatment Approach

Homeopathy helps dissolve gall stones, control pain and swelling of the gall bladder, and arrests further development of stones. Following are some effective remedies:

Colocynth

This remedy is indicated with agonizing pain in the abdomen occurring with extreme restlessness. The pain worsens after eating or consuming alcohol and is often accompanied by colic, diarrhea, and vomiting. In women such condition is coupled with suppressed menses. Pain is aggravated by lying down and relieved by hard pressure on the abdomen.

Dioscorea Villosa

This is the chief remedy for people with a feeble digestive system. There may be flatulence and violent colic after meals or intake of tea. The pain is intermittent and feels as if the intestines are being grasped and pulled. Pains are relieved by bending backwards or standing erect.

Mag Phos

Indicated when the pains are sharp, intermittent, suddenly appearing and disappearing, and cramping. There is a dread of moving and exhausting pains aggravated by motion, cold drafts of air, and touch. Much relieved by hot fomentation, pressure, and bending double.

Why Choose Homeopathy for Gall Stones?

Safe, natural, and free from side effects
Treats the root cause, not just symptoms
Individualized treatment for your unique presentation
Suitable for all age groups
Can be combined with conventional treatment

Homeopathic Treatment for Gall Stones