Medical history (history of illness) is an important component in the diagnosis of gallbladder carcinoma (gallbladder cancer).
Family history
- Are there any diseases in your family that are common?
Social anamnesis
Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints).
- What changes have you noticed?
- Have you noticed any discoloration of the skin/eyes?
- Do you have any pressing pain in your right upper abdomen?
- Have you noticed any hardening/change in the abdomen?
Vegetative anamnesis including nutritional anamnesis.
- Do you drink alcohol? If so, what drink(s) and how many glasses per day?
- Do you eat aji rojo, a pepper made from red chili peppers that is often contaminated with mold?
Self history including medication history.
- Pre-existing conditions (gallstones)
- Operations
- Radiotherapy
- Allergies
- Medication history
