Question
A newborn baby, shortly after birth, developed symptoms of jaundice all over the body, accompanied by constant crying and fussiness. Hospital examination revealed it to be caused by bile duct obstruction. So, I would like to know what the symptoms of bile duct obstruction are?
Answer
Bile duct obstruction is characterized by persistent jaundice after birth, which can be slightly relieved by blue light therapy, followed by more pronounced yellowing and abnormal liver function transaminases. The best time for treatment is within 60 days after birth; beyond 60 days, liver fibrosis becomes irreversible. Treatment for bile duct obstruction through surgery means that some liver fibrosis will no longer progress, while some will still progress.