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Expert Diagnosis and Relief for Gallbladder Pain and Gallstones
Gallstones are hardened deposits that form in the gallbladder, the small organ that stores bile. They are very common and often cause no symptoms, but they can block the flow of bile and lead to pain or serious complications.
Gallstones form when bile contains too much cholesterol or bilirubin. Risk factors include being female, older age, obesity, rapid weight loss, pregnancy, and a family history of gallstones.
Many gallstones are silent. When symptoms occur, they cause sudden pain in the upper-right belly, often after fatty meals, along with nausea and vomiting. Seek urgent care for fever, jaundice (yellow skin or eyes), or severe, lasting pain, which can signal an infection or a blocked bile duct.
At Shaya Digestive & Liver Clinic, evaluation begins with a detailed discussion of symptoms, diet, medical history, medications, and lifestyle factors. Diagnostic evaluation may include:
Comprehensive Medical History
Understanding symptom patterns often provides valuable clues.
Blood Testing
Laboratory studies may help identify:
H. pylori Testing
Testing may be recommended when stomach-related symptoms are present.
SIBO Breath Testing
Used to evaluate bacterial overgrowth within the small intestine.
Colonoscopy
May be recommended depending on age, symptoms, family history, and risk factors.
Upper Endoscopy (EGD)
Can help evaluate reflux, gastritis, ulcers, and upper digestive tract disorders.
Dr. Saranya Addepally is a board-certified gastroenterologist with six years of clinical experience, treating a broad range of digestive and liver conditions. She is especially passionate about women’s GI health—areas where patients often feel overlooked or hesitant to seek care.
Her medical journey began in India, where she completed her training before moving to the United States to pursue advanced education in medicine and Gastroenterology at the University of Arkansas.
After several years in practice, she relocated to Houston to continue serving patients in the community. Following two years with a local group, she established her own practice, grounded in the principles and core values she believes are essential to delivering thoughtful, patient-centered care.
Gallstones are hardened deposits that form in the gallbladder. They are common and often silent, but can block bile flow and cause pain.
They form when bile has too much cholesterol or bilirubin. Risk is higher with obesity, rapid weight loss, pregnancy, older age, and family history.
No. Silent, symptom-free stones are often just monitored. Treatment is usually recommended only when stones cause pain or complications.
It is sudden, intense pain in the upper-right belly, often after a fatty meal, that can last from minutes to hours, sometimes with nausea.
Symptomatic gallstones are usually treated by removing the gallbladder with minimally invasive surgery. Stones stuck in the bile duct are removed with ERCP.
Yes. The liver still makes bile, and most people digest normally after gallbladder removal, sometimes with minor diet adjustments at first.
Treatment depends on whether your gallstones cause symptoms. After evaluating you, your gastroenterologist recommends a plan that may include:
At Shaya Digestive & Liver Clinic, we provide:
There is no single “quick fix” for gallstones, and most are very treatable. Seek urgent care for fever, jaundice, or severe, lasting upper-belly pain. At Shaya Digestive & Liver Clinic we focus on clear answers and effective care. To lower your risk:
Offering Fast Track GI appointments
Specialized Gastroenterology Appointments Within 3–5 Business Days
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