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- What is Kernicterus?Hyperbilirubinemia is a common condition seen with newborn babies, even in babies that are otherwise considered to be healthy.
Types of Genetic Liver DisordersSome genetic disorders cause elevated concentrations of predominately conjugated (chemically combined, water-soluble) bilirubin. Some of the disorders do not require treatments.- Jaundice in Healthy NewbornsAll newborn babies suffer from jaundice few days after birth but what causes this jaundice............
Differences Between Neonatal and Adult JaundiceYou usually hear about jaundice (yellowing of the skin) when people talk about their newborn babies. However, adults can also get jaundice as well.
Gilbert's Syndrome: Causes and Risk FactorsIt's an odd disorder that's fairly common in the United States and Europe. Doctors typically discover that a patient has Gilbert's syndrome by accident.- Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Bilirubin...And Then SomeBilirubin may present as the yellow coloration of jaundice, displayed in the skin, tissues, and whites of the eyes of adults and newborns.
- Causes, Prevention, and Cures for BilirubinA informative guide on Bilirubin and how it can effect your health
- Bilirubin is an Important Pigment Found in BileBilirubin is a pigment found in the bile located in the liver. Bilirubin is important for skin and has a vital job to perform in the body. Here is important information about bilirubin and the role in plays in the body.
- Causes of Bilirubin in the UrineBilirubin in the urine is a serious matter. It indicates liver disease, cancers, or hepatitis. My article explains.
- Universal Bilirubin Testing ControversyKernicterus, a devastating consequence of untreated hyperbilirubinemia, can be prevented with early detection and treatment, so why are pediatricians split on whether universal screening for hyperbilirubinemia?
- Jaundice: Symptoms and TreatmentJaundice, a yellow discoloration of the skin, can be caused by a wide variety of serious diseases. This article explains the different types and causes of jaundice.
- Bilirubin in Your Urine:Causes, Symptoms, and TreatmentHas your doctor told you that bilirubin was in your urine sample? This article goes over what bilirubin is and what bilirubin in the urine might mean.
- Kernicterus in ChildrenKernicterus is a form of brain damage caused by excessive jaundice. Its causes, symptoms, investigations and treatment in children are discussed here.
Dealing with Infant JaundiceThis article describes my experience with infant jaundice. This will hopefully help you know what to expect if you child is born with infant jaundice.- What Causes Orange Urine?I asked Dr. Andrew Stephenson, MD, urologist at the Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute at Cleveland Clinic, what it means to have orange urine.
- What Are the Symptoms of Bile Duct Cancer?They resemble symptoms of many other non-cancerous conditions. That's why it's so important to consult your physician if you experience any of them.
- Gilbert Syndrome is Not Harmful, It Could Even be Helpful!Gilbert syndrome isn't something to be scared of. If you have this disorder it may help you live a longer healthier life.