Jonnyboi
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TLDR my liver is fucked so I need to fix it then I should go back to my healthy glowing snow white skin instead of an unhealthy dull , darker, yellow colour
Jaundice is a condition characterized by a yellowish discoloration of the skin, the whites of the eyes, and mucous membranes due to elevated levels of bilirubin in the blood. Bilirubin is a yellow pigment produced during the normal breakdown of red blood cells. Normally, the liver processes bilirubin, which is then excreted from the body in bile.
Jaundice is a condition characterized by a yellowish discoloration of the skin, the whites of the eyes, and mucous membranes due to elevated levels of bilirubin in the blood. Bilirubin is a yellow pigment produced during the normal breakdown of red blood cells. Normally, the liver processes bilirubin, which is then excreted from the body in bile.
Causes of Jaundice
Jaundice can result from several conditions, typically related to problems in the liver, bile ducts, or blood. Common causes include:- Liver Disease:
- Hepatitis: Inflammation of the liver can impair its ability to process bilirubin.
- Cirrhosis: Scarring of the liver, often due to chronic alcohol abuse or long-term liver diseases, can lead to jaundice.
- Liver Cancer: Tumors in the liver can disrupt bile processing.
- Bile Duct Obstruction:
- Gallstones: These stones can block the bile ducts, preventing bilirubin from being excreted.
- Tumors: Tumors in the bile duct or pancreas can obstruct bile flow.
- Hemolysis (Excessive Breakdown of Red Blood Cells):
- Conditions like hemolytic anemia lead to increased destruction of red blood cells, which raises bilirubin levels.
- Newborn Jaundice:
- Neonatal jaundice is common in newborns because their liver may take a few days to start processing bilirubin effectively.
Symptoms of Jaundice
- Yellowing of the skin and eyes
- Dark urine (due to excess bilirubin)
- Pale stools (due to lack of bile in the digestive system)
- Itching
- Fatigue and abdominal pain (depending on the underlying cause)
Diagnosis and Treatment
Doctors diagnose jaundice through:- Blood tests to measure bilirubin levels and assess liver function.
- Imaging tests (ultrasound, CT scans) to check for bile duct obstructions.
- Sometimes, liver biopsies to detect more specific liver conditions.
- If it’s caused by liver disease, managing the liver condition is essential.
- If due to a bile duct obstruction, surgical removal of the blockage (such as gallstones) may be necessary.
- For newborn jaundice, phototherapy is often used to break down bilirubin in the skin.