The exact cause of biliary cancer is unknown. But some things can increase the risk of developing biliary cancer. These are known as risk factors, explore them here.

Biliary cancer often has no symptoms in its early stages, which makes it hard to detect. This means a person can be living with biliary cancer for some time before a diagnosis is made. There are a number of symptoms to look out for.

Jaundice is a serious symptom of biliary cancer that needs urgent medical attention. If your skin or the whites of your eyes turn yellow, see your doctor right away.

Diagnosing biliary cancer can be challenging and often needs several different tests. Your specialist will choose the best tests for you.

Treatment for biliary cancer depends on several factors, including the stage of your cancer, where it's located, your overall health, and your preferences. Your doctor will explain what your treatment is aiming to do.

Surgery is the main treatment when biliary cancer hasn't spread and can be removed. The type of surgery depends on where the cancer is located in your bile ducts, gallbladder or liver.