Cholangitis (patient information)

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What is Cholangitis?

Cholangitis is an infection of the common bile duct, the tube that carries bile from the liver to the gallbladder and intestines. Bile is a chemical made by the liver that helps digest food.

What are the symptoms of Cholangitis?

The following symptoms may occur:

• Abdominal pain

• In the right upper side or middle of the upper abdomen
• May come and go
• Pain is sharp, crampy, or dull
• Pain may move the back or below the right shoulder blade

• Chills
• Fever
• Clay-colored stools
• Dark urine
• Nausea and vomiting
• Yellowing of the skin (jaundice) -- may come and go

What are the causes of Cholangitis?

Cholangitis is usually caused by a bacterial infection, which can occur when the duct is blocked by something, such as a gallstone or tumor. The infection causing this condition may also spread to the liver.

Who is at risk for Cholangitis?

Risk factors include:

• previous history of gallstones
• sclerosing cholangitis
• HIV
• narrowing of the common bile duct
• traveling to countries where you might catch a worm or parasite infection

Where to find medical care for Cholangitis

Directions to Hospitals Treating Cholangitis