Acupuncture and Gallbladder pain: Who is likely to get Gallstones and Who is at risk?Acupuncture doctors recognise that gallstones or cholelithiasis is a common health problem worldwide with an approximate incidence of 1 out of 1,000 people. The prevalence is greater in women and people over the age of 40 years.As we become more obese and as we consume more junk food, this problem is likely to increase. In the past, doctors used to refer to the following guide to determine risk groups. This guide is still reliable.
In general, the risks include:
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