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Treatment Support
immune stimulant
Application
tincture, tablet, capsule
Cholecystitis
Cholecystitis is the inflammation of the gallbladder, typically caused by a blockage, often from gallstones. The most common factors leading to cholecystitis include:
- Gallstones: These can obstruct the bile duct, leading to inflammation and infection.
- Infections: Bacterial infections, such as Escherichia coli or Salmonella, can cause cholecystitis.
- Trauma: Injury to the gallbladder can lead to inflammation.
- Tumors: Growths in or around the gallbladder can cause blockages.
- Other factors: Certain conditions like diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol, and pregnancy increase the risk.
Warning Signs to Seek Professional Help:
- Severe abdominal pain: Particularly in the upper right abdomen, possibly radiating to the back or right shoulder.
- Fever: Often accompanied by chills.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice).
- Changes in stool color: Pale stools or dark urine.
- Persistent symptoms: If symptoms last longer than a few hours or worsen, medical help is needed.
Treatment Plan for Cholecystitis
When to Treat at Home with Herbs:
Milder cases of indigestion or discomfort may benefit from herbal remedies, but these should be used cautiously and as adjuncts to professional care:
- Milk thistle (Silybum marianum): Known to support liver and gallbladder health.
- Peppermint (Mentha x piperita): Can help with digestion and reduce bloating.
- Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale): Often used to support bile production and liver function.
However, herbs should not replace medical treatment if symptoms of cholecystitis are severe or persistent. If there is concern about cholecystitis, it’s crucial to consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Christopher Hobbs:
“Herbal treatment for acute conditions includes immune stimulants like echinacea (Echinacea spp.) and cooling antibacterial herbs such as usnea (Usnea spp.), goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis), yellow dock (Rumex crispus). For chronic conditions, herbs containing phytosterols that gently stimulate the bile flow and help break down gallstones including dandelion (Taraxacum officinale), chicory (Cichorium intybus), and artichoke leaf (Cynara scolymus) are useful.
After 10 days of the kitcharee diet, a macrobiotic diet with low oil intake and plenty of white rice should be followed.”
Generated by ChatGPT; edited and supplemented by Dr. Christopher Hobbs PhD
Herbal Remedies for Cholecystitis
Herb
Treatment Support
Application
Herb
Treatment Support
antibacterial
Application
tincture, capsule
Herb
Treatment Support
antibacterial
Application
tincture
Related Cholecystitis conditions
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No additional ailments found.
The information given here is designed to help you make informed choices about your health. The information is drawn from numerous sources—both traditional medicine practice, from the clinical experience of many herbalists currently practicing, and supported by decades of scientific research from the author. The research most consulted includes human clinical trials that help to determine the most effective and safe herbs for various needs, the best doses, and types of preparations.
The information offered in this database is not intended as a substitute for any that may have been prescribed by your health practitioner or physician.
