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Jaundice

The yellowish discoloration of the skin and the white portion of the eyes due to high levels of bilirubin in the blood is called jaundice. Liver inflammation (hepatitis), pancreatic cancer, liver cirrhosis, and bile duct obstruction are the most common causes of jaundice.

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My uncle has liver disease and jaundice. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, My 55-year-old uncle has no other medical issues but has recently been diagnosed with liver disease and jaundice. The doctors suspect hepatitis as the cause. Given his specific situation, I am interested in understanding the medications commonly prescribed for managing liver diseases a...  Read Full »


Dr. Ghulam Fareed

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for your consultation with icliniq.com Hepatitis or jaundice at this age must be evaluated for the underlying cause. Hepatitis (is simply an inflammation of the liver) and jaundice (is only a symptom, not a disease). At his age, with hepatitis B, and hepatitis C...  Read Full »

I have diarrhea after bariatric surgery. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 47 years old, female. I have undergone bariatric surgery five months ago. Now, I am suffering from mild jaundice (total bilirubin 1.5 mg/dl) and mild typhoid too. I have been facing non stop loose motion since last two weeks. I have seen the doctor. They have prescribed me the follow...  Read Full »


Dr. Noushif. M

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your bilirubin level looks fine. Not so worrisome and does not require any acute measure. Regarding the loose stools, it will take time to settle. Meanwhile, you have to be very cautious to avoid dehydration and electrolyte disturbances from loose stools. Keep yourse...  Read Full »

My baby has high bilirubin levels. Are there any risks?

Query: Hello doctor, I was recently blessed with a baby boy. This week, I just took him to the hospital to check if he had jaundice, as he seemed too sleepy and the bilirubin levels came to 21.80 on the eighth day. I do not know at which rate the levels were being raised. The doctor immediately put him und...  Read Full »


Dr. Veerabhadrudu Kuncham

Answer: Hello doctor, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand the situation you are going through. Yes, it is definitely a high level of bilirubin. There will be proper guidelines laid down regarding the management of jaundice in newborn which doctors will follow. If the levels are too high and fall in the exc...  Read Full »

My liver function test is abnormal. Do I have jaundice?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 37 year old male. I did my medical test two days before. My liver function test reports are not good. Do I have jaundice? But I do not feel any symptoms. Do I need any further tests?  Read Full »


Dr. Divakara. P

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Yes, you do have jaundice. But the level of jaundice is mild. It can occur due to any viral infection. There are two options:- Wait for 6 weeks and repeat LFT or straight away get further ...  Read Full »

Can I know the difference between jaundice and hepatitis?

Query: Hi doctor, I was diagnosed to be suffering from hepatitis. My SGPT and bilirubin levels are high. I have been experiencing vomiting and nausea for the past one month. I had tested myself for jaundice around 15 days back; only bilirubin was high that time. Now, in the recent test taken three days ago...  Read Full »


Dr. Babu Lal Meena

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The term hepatitis indicates inflammation of the liver and that may manifest as jaundice. It is due to many causes such as infection, metabolic, etc. We need to do a thorough investigation, because treatment is directed towards the specific disease and some medica...  Read Full »

My baby has jaundice. Will breastfeeding help?

Query: Hi doctor, Our baby is 16 days old and is suffering from jaundice. Both mom and son have same B positive blood group. TSH level is normal and vitamin D oral drop is given. I have attached the bilirubin test report for your reference. Does breastfeeding affect jaundice in any way? Please advise us. T...  Read Full »


Dr. Deepak Patel

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the reports that you have attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity). 1. It is day 16 of the baby. Bilirubin levels have increased to 15 and it is mainlyindirect bilirubinemia. 2. Thyroid-stimulating hormone levels are normal, so hypot...  Read Full »

I have abnormal bilirubin levels but no symptoms. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 26 year old male, and I am a triathlete. Seven years back, I suffered from jaundice. I check my blood bilirubin every six months and liver function test every year. The result showed abnormal bilirubin level; the total bilirubin was 3.5. The LFT was normal. I also got an ultrasound...  Read Full »


Dr. Rosita Alizadeh Shalchi

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can imagine that you are concerned about your liver. I understand that you do not have any discomfort and ultrasound is normal. Your test result is compatible with a harmless condition named Gilbert's syndrome. In this syndrome, a pigment named bilirubin is no...  Read Full »

Why my brother gets jaundice every year during summer?

Query: Hello doctor, My brother has jaundice, and it is occurring every year during summer. He feels very low and lazy, and his body becomes yellow. He is experiencing weakness and swelling on face and across his ankle. He also has a fever. We do not know why he gets sick every year. In addition to that, h...  Read Full »


Dr. Ashaq Hussain Parrey

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your post and the investigations (attachment removed to protect patient identity) that you have posted. He has the following problems: Low platelet count of 40,000. Iron-deficiency anemia. Hepatospleenomegaly. Raised serum bilirubin and mild e...  Read Full »

My daughter who is suffering from jaundice has got a severe tooth infection. What to do?

Query: Hello doctor, My daughter has been suffering from acute jaundice for the past few days. But now she has got a severe tooth infection and has swollen gums. Can she use antibiotics for her tooth infection? Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Purva Jingar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. No, it is better if she goes with home remedies to treat her pain. Ask her to rinse her mouth with salt water twice a day. Use garlic crush and black salt mixture on the tooth to reduce pain. Give her soft fibrous food that she does not ne...  Read Full »

I suffer from jaundice. Please suggest me medications.

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 22 year old male. I am suffering from jaundice. I used to smoke and drink. But, I have quite since 15 days. Last week my eyes became yellow and after that I had my blood test and hepatitis test. I am uploading the report. Please suggest me medicine and further diet plan.  Read Full »


Dr. Srivastava, Sumit

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are suffering from hepatitis and the cause of which is most probably alcohol. Your hepatitis B and C antibody tests are negative ruling out viral hepatitis. I would suggest you to avoid alcohol intake and ensure good nutrition; take fat free diet and salt free high ...  Read Full »

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