Jaundice Evaluation & Treatment
Dr Apurva Pande is a Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist
providing evaluation and treatment for jaundice, yellow eyes,
abnormal liver function tests, hepatitis, bile duct problems and liver diseases.
What is Jaundice?
Jaundice is a condition in which the eyes and skin may appear yellow
due to increased bilirubin levels in the blood.
It may occur due to liver disease, hepatitis, bile duct blockage,
gallstones, alcohol-related liver injury or other medical conditions.
Common Symptoms of Jaundice
- Yellow discoloration of eyes
- Yellow discoloration of skin
- Dark urine
- Pale or clay-colored stools
- Itching over the body
- Fatigue or weakness
- Fever
- Nausea or vomiting
- Right upper abdominal pain
- Loss of appetite
Common Causes of Jaundice
- Viral hepatitis
- Alcohol-related liver disease
- Fatty liver-related liver injury
- Gallstones causing bile duct blockage
- Bile duct narrowing or obstruction
- Drug-induced liver injury
- Liver cirrhosis
- Pancreatic or biliary disorders
When Should You Consult a Hepatologist?
Jaundice should not be ignored. You should consult a liver specialist
if yellow eyes or abnormal liver tests are noticed.
- Yellow eyes or yellow skin
- Dark urine
- Persistent vomiting
- Fever with jaundice
- Severe abdominal pain
- Confusion or drowsiness
- Bleeding tendency
- Known liver disease with worsening jaundice
- Very high bilirubin or abnormal liver enzymes
Evaluation of Jaundice
Evaluation of jaundice helps identify whether the cause is related to
liver inflammation, bile duct blockage, gallbladder disease or other conditions.
Evaluation may include:
- Liver function tests
- Bilirubin levels
- Viral hepatitis testing
- Complete blood count
- Ultrasound abdomen
- Blood clotting profile when needed
- MRCP or CT scan in selected patients
- Further liver disease evaluation depending on reports
Treatment of Jaundice
Treatment depends on the underlying cause of jaundice.
Self-medication and unnecessary herbal medicines should be avoided.
- Treatment of viral hepatitis when indicated
- Management of liver inflammation
- Treatment of bile duct obstruction when present
- Avoidance of alcohol and liver-toxic medicines
- Hydration and nutrition support
- Monitoring of liver function tests
- Hospital admission in severe cases
- Long-term liver follow-up when required
Frequently Asked Questions
Is jaundice serious?
Jaundice can be mild or serious depending on the cause.
It should be evaluated properly, especially if associated with fever,
pain, vomiting, confusion or very abnormal liver tests.
Which doctor should I consult for jaundice?
A hepatologist or gastroenterologist is the specialist for jaundice,
hepatitis, abnormal liver function tests and liver disease evaluation.
Can jaundice occur due to gallstones?
Yes, gallstones may block the bile duct and cause jaundice,
dark urine, pale stools, fever or abdominal pain.
Should I take herbal medicines for jaundice?
Herbal or unverified medicines should be avoided unless advised by a doctor,
as some may worsen liver injury.
Consult Dr Apurva Pande
For jaundice, yellow eyes, abnormal liver function tests,
hepatitis and liver disease evaluation.
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