Priya Kapoor Priya Kapoor Asked 8 months ago

Can gall bladder pain last for days?

I've been experiencing a sharp, intense pain on my right side, just under my ribs, and it's been coming and going for almost four days now. My mother had gall bladder issues, so I'm worried. Is it normal for gall bladder pain to last for several days?

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Alok Mehta Alok Mehta Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago
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While mild gallbladder discomfort can linger, severe pain lasting for days is not something you should ignore. It could indicate a blockage or inflammation. It is best to seek a professional medical opinion immediately.

Ishita Paul Ishita Paul Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

I was just reading up on this because my aunt is suffering from similar issues. Apparently, a typical gallbladder attack lasts a few hours, but if it's hurting continuously for days, it might mean something needs urgent attention. Hope you find relief soon.

Sameer Joshi Sameer Joshi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

When I had persistent abdominal discomfort, I logged my food and pain levels on a health app. I noticed the pain spiked after fatty meals and stayed mild for days. Track your symptoms and show the log to your gastroenterologist.

Saraswati Devi Saraswati Devi Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Persistent pain for days means the body is screaming for attention and rest. While deep breathing and light pranayama can help calm your mind, they cannot dissolve stones or infection. Please consult a proper vaidya or doctor.

Rohan Deshpande Rohan Deshpande Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

Don't ignore pain that lasts for days thinking it will pass. I tried working through my discomfort and ended up in the emergency room. Book a quick ultrasound appointment this weekend and get a clear picture.

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Jyoti Sharma Jyoti Sharma Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Usually, typical biliary colic lasts for a few hours, but if it is continuing for days, it could be cholecystitis. This is a very common issue but needs prompt medical care. Please don't wait further, visit a physician today.

Gurbaksh Singh Gurbaksh Singh Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Managing my diabetes means I have to be very careful with any persistent body pain. If your gallbladder pain is lasting for days, it can raise your stress levels and mess up your blood sugar readings. Please get a clinical checkup done immediately.

Kriti Malhotra Kriti Malhotra Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Oh, I feel you! My pain used to linger like a dull ache in the upper right stomach for almost three days straight. Honestly, taking hot fermentation helped me cope temporarily, but please go get an ultrasound done to be safe.

Ram Dulari Ram Dulari Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Itna din tak dard rehna theek nahi hai, beta. Hamare yahan bolte hain ki turant bade doctor ko dikhana chahiye agar pet ka dard dubaara dubaara ho. Apna dhyan rakho aur aaj hi aspatal jao.

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Joseph Thomas Joseph Thomas Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I had a similar lingering pain and went to a reputed multispecialty hospital. The doctors ran a quick scan and found inflammation that needed immediate medication. I suggest you go to a good hospital and get yourself evaluated.

Varun Tej Varun Tej Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

When my digestion was sluggish, light morning walks helped keep things moving, though you must avoid heavy workouts if you are in pain. If the gallbladder pain is ongoing for days, stop all exercise and get checked by a doctor first.

Shruti Iyer Shruti Iyer Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

With PCOS, we often ignore abdominal pain thinking it's just cysts, but gallbladder issues are very different. If your pain is lasting for days, it could be a warning sign. Please do not delay and get it examined by a doctor.

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