Contracted Gallbladder
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A contracted gallbladder is a medical condition in which the gallbladder becomes smaller and harder. This condition is also known as gallbladder atrophy. This can happen for several reasons, but most often it is due to the build-up of cholesterol and other fatty deposits on the gallbladder walls.
What causes a contracted gallbladder? Symptoms, treatment, home remedies