What is Cholecystitis?
Cholecystitis is inflammation of the gallbladder — a small, pear‑shaped organ located beneath the liver. The gallbladder stores bile, a digestive fluid that helps break down fats. Most cases of cholecystitis occur when a gallstone blocks the duct that drains bile, causing swelling, pain, and sometimes infection.
Common Symptoms of Cholecystitis
Sudden pain in the right upper or mid abdomen
Pain that may spread to the right shoulder or back
Nausea or vomiting
Jaundice