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Gallstones
- Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
- Symptoms & Signs
- Diagnosis & Tests
- Prevention & Expectations
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Symptoms & Signs
What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?
There are three stages of gallstones: asymptomatic, symptomatic, and with complications. Sixty to 80% of gallstones are asymptomatic, meaning that they cause no symptoms.
If gallstones become symptomatic, the person may have the following symptoms:
If complications occur, the individual may develop further symptoms: