Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Cholesterolosis of the gallbladder occurs when excess cholesterol deposits accumulate in the lining of the gallbladder, creating yellowish strawberry-like spots visible on imaging. It is often discovered incidentally on ultrasound and may be asymptomatic.
He uses ultrasound to look for tiny bright spots on the gallbladder wall—an early sign of certain gallbladder conditions.
Dr. Chadha reviews your symptoms and medical history and may order liver function tests to rule out related issues.
If he suspects other problems like stones or polyps, he may recommend endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) for clearer imaging.
Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
It's cholesterol buildup in the gallbladder lining, often without symptoms.
Common signs include bloating, mild upper-right pain and occasional nausea.
An ultrasound shows tiny cholesterol deposits in the gallbladder wall.
Most cases are harmless, but some need treatment if they cause discomfort.
Mild cases may improve with diet and medication over time.
The ICD-10 code for cholesterolosis of the gallbladder is K82.1.
Options include diet changes, medications like ursodeoxycholic acid, or gallbladder removal.
Only if you have persistent pain, large deposits or other complications.
Eat a balanced diet, exercise regularly and avoid rapid weight changes.
If you have unexplained upper-right pain, nausea after meals or an abnormal ultrasound.
