Liver stones generally refer to stones in the bile ducts in the liver. There are many factors that cause liver stones, including genetic factors, biliary tract infections, cholestasis and so on.
1. Hereditary factors: the onset of the disease shows family aggregation, the susceptibility of the patient’s family members increases, to some extent, the disease is related to heredity.
2. Biliary tract infection: If there is a bacterial infection in the biliary tract, the most common bacteria are Escherichia coli and anaerobic bacteria, which will make the calcium bile pigment in the bile excessive and increase the probability of stone precipitation.
3. Biliary stasis: This is a necessary condition for stone formation. Biliary stasis and slow flow of bile contribute to stone formation.
If you are found to have liver stones, it is recommended that you go to the hospital for examination and treatment under the guidance of a professional physician to avoid delaying your condition.