Risk Factors

There are some factors that affect your chances of victimized by gallstones.

•    Gender – Women are more prone to getting gallstones than men, particularly pregnant women.
•    Age – Older people over the age of 60.
•    Race – American Indians and Mexicans are more likely to be affected.
•    Weight – Like any other illness, people who are obese and have high cholesterol in their system have increased risks.
•    Diet – High-fat diet, High-cholesterol diet and Low-fiber diet
•    Medication – Cholesterol-lowering drugs and hormone therapy drugs