Pseudocholelithiasis

Pseudocholelithiasis: what is it and what are its symptoms?

Pseudocholelithiasis is a condition in which a patient has symptoms resembling those of cholelithiasis (cholelithiasis), but there are no actual gallstones. This condition can be caused by various reasons, such as functional disorders of the gallbladder, food intolerance, infections and other factors.

Symptoms of pseudocholelithiasis may include pain in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen, nausea, vomiting, jaundice, fever and other symptoms characteristic of cholelithiasis. However, upon examination of the patient, the presence of gallstones in the gallbladder or bile ducts is not detected.

Various methods are used to diagnose pseudocholelithiasis, such as abdominal ultrasound, X-rays, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and other methods. It is important to exclude the presence of real gallstones, since their presence requires a different approach to treatment.

Treatment for pseudocholelithiasis depends on its cause. If the cause is a functional disorder of the gallbladder, the patient may be prescribed medications aimed at improving the contractile function of the gallbladder. If pseudocholelithiasis is caused by food intolerance, then the patient should exclude foods that cause intolerance from the diet.

In general, pseudocholelithiasis is a condition that can be caused by various factors. It is important to consult a doctor promptly if symptoms resembling those of cholelithiasis appear in order to correctly diagnose and begin treatment.