Itchy rash on scalp, back, face. Stones in gall bladder. Treatment?
Patient: Hello. My mom has been having very very itchy rash on her scalp, on the sides of her back and some on her face for a while. She is really suffering. She has stones in her gallbladder and the doctors say that this skin problem might be because of those stones. Is it possible? She has lost many kilos, too even though she has a good appetite. Would you please help us? Doctor: Hi and thanks for the query,It should be very clear from a complete dermatological evaluation that there is not skin infection or inflammation. when this is excluded, it is reasonable to attribute her symptoms to gall bladder disease. an abdominal ultrasound is very important. A blood test to test for bladder inflammation, levels of bilirubine, both free and conjugated is valuable to assess the degree of bile accumulation, that could explain the itching symptom. I suggest you consult a gastroenterologist for a complete clinical review.Thanks and kind regards,Bain LE, MD