What Are The Causes, Complications, And Symptoms Of Gilbert Syndrome?

Jaundice

When Gilbert syndrome patients do experience symptoms, the most common one is jaundice. Because bilirubin has an orangey-yellow tint, it causes discoloration to the skin and eyes when it builds up. The whites of the eyes and the skin may appear unusually yellow. In some cases, bodily fluids are also tinted yellow. Jaundice is most commonly observed in infants whose livers can't yet process bilirubin properly. Nearly sixty percent of infants have jaundice, and most cases resolve on their own. However, in individuals with Gilbert syndrome, jaundice might occur at any age. It's more likely to occur if they have the aforementioned risk factors like illness, menstruation, or malnutrition. When jaundice appears in an adult seemingly at random, it's important to identify and treat the underlying cause, as it could be a sign of serious liver problems. Failing to treat severe jaundice can lead to brain damage because of the toxicity of the bilirubin.

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