What role does overeating play in a gallbladder attack?

Dr. Steven Sutherin discusses the role of overeating in a gallbladder attack. Click play to watch the video or read the transcript.

   

Overeating can cause the gallbladder to start squeezing the same way fatty foods do, Premier Physician Network (PPN) physicians say. 

However, most of the time when we overeat, it’s while we’re eating rich, greasy foods like pizza or fried chicken. So, many times, overeating and eating fatty foods go hand-in-hand in causing a gallbladder attack.

For more about the role overeating plays in gallbladder attacks, talk to your doctor.

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