Question
Yellowish skin, poor sleep, diarrhea, and a change in complexion after about ten days. What’s going on with elevated bilirubin levels?
Answer
Elevated bilirubin levels may be related to liver diseases such as acute jaundice hepatitis or liver cirrhosis; it could also be due to extrahepatic diseases like cholelithiasis or pancreatic head cancer. It is recommended to undergo further checks to determine if there are liver and bile duct diseases, and to determine the treatment plan based on the specific situation.