What symptoms are typically present in infected bile stones?

Infected bile stones commonly present with right upper quadrant (RUQ) pain, fever, and jaundice. The RUQ pain is associated with inflammation or irritation in the gallbladder or surrounding liver structures, often due to the obstruction of the bile duct caused by the stones. The presence of fever indicates an infection, which may suggest the development of cholecystitis or cholangitis, conditions frequently encountered when bile stones are involved. Jaundice occurs as a result of increased bilirubin levels in the bloodstream, typically because the infected stones are obstructing the normal flow of bile, which can lead to liver dysfunction.

While the other symptoms listed may occur in different gastrointestinal or abdominal conditions, they are not characteristic features of infected bile stones. Thus, understanding the classic triad of RUQ pain, fever, and jaundice is key in identifying and managing infections related to bile stones effectively.