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If you are believed to be at risk for a hereditary cancer syndrome, genetic testing can be helpful. It can be used to look for the gene changes linked to these syndromes.

A risk factor is anything that may increase your chance of having a disease. Learn about risk factors for gallbladder cancer.

The symptoms of gallbladder cancer usually don't occur until the tumor is big or the cancer has spread. Learn about the symptoms of this type of cancer.

The stage of a cancer is how much and how far the cancer has spread in your body. It is one of the most important things to know when deciding how to treat the cancer.

If your doctor thinks you might have gallbladder cancer, you will need certain exams and tests to be sure. Learn about the tests you may need.

These skills take practice, and the more you practice them, the more helpful they are. Some people find it helpful to listen to soothing music as they practice.

Talking with your family about cancer and the emotions that arise is not a one-time discussion but rather a series of talks that will continue through your treatment.

There are many treatment choices for gallbladder cancer. Which may work best for you? It depends on a number of factors. These include the location and stage of the cancer.

The normal length of pregnancy is 37 to 41 weeks. Postmaturity is a word used to describe babies born after 42 weeks. Very few babies are born at 42 weeks or later. Other terms often used to describe these late births include post-term, postmaturity, prolonged pregnancy, and postdates pregnancy.