What causes gallbladder tenderness?

Gallbladder tenderness is generally referred to Murphy's sign, Murphy's sign may be caused by cholecystitis, gallstones, gallbladder cancer and other reasons.

1. Cholecystitis

cholecystitis will lead to congestion, edema and spasm of the gallbladder wall, making the gallbladder more sensitive to touch, and then causing Murphy's sign.

2. Gallbladder stones

are located at the bottom of the gallbladder. When the patient inhales, the diaphragm moves down, resulting in increased contact between the gallbladder and the liver. Stimulation of the gallbladder wall will cause Murphy's sign.

3. Gallbladder cancer

When gallbladder cancer invades the serosa layer of the gallbladder, causing the gallbladder to increase in volume, causing traction on the liver capsule, stimulating the peritoneal nerve, causing Murphy's sign.