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Jaundice

Overview

  • Jaundice is a medical condition characterized by yellowing of the skin, mucous membranes, whites of the eyes.
  • It occurs when there is an excess of bilirubin in the bloodstream.
  • Bilirubin is a yellow pigment produced during the normal breakdown of red blood cells.
  • Normally, the liver processes bilirubin and excretes it in bile, which is then eliminated from the body through urine and stool.

    • Causes

    There are several types of jaundice, each with different underlying causes:

  • Pre-hepatic jaundice
  • Hepatic jaundice
  • Post-hepatic jaundice (obstructive jaundice)

    • The process of jaundice development can be understood as follows:

  • Normal breakdown of red blood cells
  • Processing of bilirubin by the liver
  • Excretion of bilirubin

    • Symptoms

  • Yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes (sclera)
  • Yellowing of mucous membranes
  • Dark urine
  • Pale stools
  • Fatigue and weakness
  • Abdominal pain and discomfort
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Itching (pruritus)

    • Treatment: Modern Medicine

  • Phototherapy
  • Medications

    • Treatment: Traditional Medicine

  • Herbal remedies
  • Dietary changes
  • Frequent small meals

    • Caution

  •  Self-diagnosis and treatment
  • Over-the-counter medications
  • Complementary and alternative therapies

    • Prevention

  • Hydration
  • Avoid alcohol and toxins
  • Rest and relaxation.

    • Category

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