Treatment for Jaundice

Jaundice Jaundice occurs when there is an abnormal build up of the bile pigment, bilirubinin the blood. The skin, whites of the eye, mucous membranes and bodily fluids thentake on a yellowish cast. Jaundice can have many causes, from benign (gallstones) to life threatening (pancreatic cancer). Correctly diagnosing the underlying cause is essential for proper, timely treatment.

Diagnosis of the Disease

There are more than just a single way to

diagnose that what is causing jaundice.

The non-invasive methods of diagnosis for

jaundice include ultrasound computed

tomography, Laboratory and clinical

evaluations. The yellowing of the skin often

serves as the most common clue for the

doctors to use before confirming jaundice.

Causes of Jaundice

Acute Inflammation of Liver

inflammation of the Bile duct

Obstruction of the Bile Duct

Hemolytic Anemia: Increased production of bilirubin.

Gilbert’s Syndrome: This is an inherited syndrome that impairs the ability of

enzymes to process the excretion of bile, etc.

Signs and Symptoms

Itchiness

Fatigue

Abdominal Pain

Weight Loss

Vomiting

Fever

Paler than usual stool

Dark Urine

Treatment Options for Jaundice Treatment for jaundice typically requires a diagnosis of the specific cause of the disease

so that the suitable treatment option for the ailment can be selected. The treatment

procedure generally targets the specific cause of the disease rather than the disease in

itself. For instance:

Anemia-induced jaundice may be treated by increasing the amount of iron in the blood

Hepatitis-induced jaundice may be treated with anti-viral or steroid medications.

Obstruction-induced jaundice may be treated via surgery to remove the obstruction.

Medication-induced jaundice is treated by selecting an alternative medication and

by discontinuing medications that caused jaundice.

Liver can do more than 500 functions – that’s some multitasking! This is one of the most powerful organs of the body capable of regenerating itself. Maintaining liver health ensures better lifestyle and longevity!