A woman is diagnosed with cholelithiasis. Which finding from the history and physical examination may have contributed to the development of the condition?
A) The patient's body mass index (BMI) is 40.
B) The patient is a vegetarian.
C) The patient drinks 4 ounces of red wine nightly.
D) The patient takes 81 mg of aspirin every morning.

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Obesity, indicated by a high BMI, is a known risk factor for the development of cholelithiasis (gallstones).

A Woman Is Diagnosed with Cholelithiasis