Jaundice, marked by yellowing of the skin and eyes, can indicate serious health issues in both adults and children. Common ...
Recognizing the first signs of a gallbladder problem can ensure timely treatment. Gallbladder issues can cause right upper abdomen pain, nausea, vomiting, and yellow skin.
The gallbladder is a small, grape sized, organ attached to the digestive tract. It secretes a fluid called bile into it in response to a meal. Bile emulsifies dietary fats by increasing their exposure ...
Conjugated hyperbilirubinemia occurs when bilirubin, a by-product of red blood cells, builds up in the blood. This can indicate several underlying causes, such as hepatitis, cirrhosis, or biliary ...
Many people with pancreatic cancer experience jaundice due to blockages in the common bile duct. Dark-colored urine may be an early sign a person has jaundice. Jaundice can occur due to various ...
According to Dr Adnaan Mustafa, Consultant Pediatrician at The Nairobi West Hospital, infant jaundice or neonatal hyperbilirubinemia is a common condition, particularly in babies born before 38 weeks ...
Fatty liver can often result in skin symptoms like jaundice, bruising, and swelling. Managing symptoms involves adopting a healthy lifestyle to improve liver health and overall well-being. Share on ...
Sickle cell anemia can cause your blood cells to stick as they move through your body, leading to symptoms such as fatigue, intense pain, and jaundice. Symptoms such as chest pain may signal a sickle ...
Pancreatic issues can show up on your skin. Jaundice makes skin yellow and itchy. Pancreatic panniculitis causes painful nodules. Necrolytic Migratory Erythema leads to red patches. Acanthosis ...