🟡 Understanding Gallbladder Stones 🟡 Gallstones are small, hard deposits that form in the gallbladder, often due to an imbalance in substances like cholesterol or bilirubin. These stones can range from tiny grains to larger stones and can lead to severe pain if they block bile ducts. Common symptoms include sharp pain in the upper right abdomen, nausea, vomiting, and jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes). Risk factors for gallstones include obesity, rapid weight loss, and certain medical c