Large kidney stones often cause severe pain in the lower abdomen and flank, along with frequent urination, while gallstones typically trigger sudden pain in the stomach area and can lead to vomiting.
I have large gallstones with a risk of bile duct obstruction and recurrent acute cholecystitis. I usually drink two cups of coffee daily (morning and afternoon) to stay alert for work. Should I avoid coffee? (Xuan Hong, 46, Ho Chi Minh City)
A 37-year-old woman was found to have a gallstone measuring about 5 cm, nearly the size of a chicken egg and occupying almost her entire gallbladder, despite experiencing no distinct symptoms prior to its discovery.
