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What causes yellowish skin complexion?

Sep 03, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Introduction
Yellowish skin may be caused by consuming large amounts of foods rich in carotene, sun exposure, hemolytic anemia, hepatitis, or biliary obstruction. Maintain a balanced and varied diet, ensuring adequate intake of nutrients including protein, vitamins, and minerals. Keep a regular sleep schedule and avoid staying up late or overexertion.

Under normal circumstances, yellowish skin tone may be caused by consuming large amounts of foods rich in carotene, sun exposure, hemolytic anemia, hepatitis, biliary obstruction, or other reasons. If discomfort occurs, seek medical attention immediately. Specific analyses are as follows:

1. Consuming large amounts of carotene-rich foods

Excessive intake of carotene—such as from eating large quantities of carrots, pumpkins, and similar foods—may lead to a yellowish complexion. Reduce consumption of carotene-rich foods, eat more light and清淡 dishes, drink plenty of water, and promote the metabolism and elimination of carotene.

2. Sun exposure

Prolonged exposure to sunlight, especially under intense ultraviolet radiation, may cause skin pigmentation and result in a slightly yellowish appearance. Use sunscreen regularly, avoid prolonged direct sun exposure, and apply restorative skincare products.

3. Hemolytic anemia

Hemolytic anemia is primarily caused by malnutrition, excessive fatigue, and other factors. Accelerated destruction of red blood cells releases large amounts of bilirubin, exceeding the liver’s processing capacity, leading to bilirubin accumulation and resulting in a yellowish complexion. Symptoms may include palpitations and shortness of breath. It is recommended to follow medical advice and use medications such as folic acid tablets, azathioprine tablets, and stanozolol tablets for treatment.

4. Hepatitis

Hepatitis can be caused by excessive alcohol consumption, bacterial infections, and other factors. Liver disease impairs bilirubin metabolism, causing elevated bilirubin levels in the blood, which deposit in the skin and sclera, resulting in yellowish skin. Additional symptoms may include fatigue and loss of appetite. Under guidance from a qualified physician, medications such as inosine tablets, hepatoprotective tablets, and Yigan Shukang capsules may be used for treatment.

5. Biliary obstruction

Biliary obstruction mainly results from bile duct stones that block the normal flow of bile. This obstruction prevents bile excretion, causing bilirubin to reflux into the bloodstream and produce the aforementioned symptoms. Patients may also experience fever, nausea, and vomiting. Under a doctor's recommendation, medications such as anti-inflammatory and bile-promoting tablets, ursodeoxycholic acid tablets, and Qinggan Lidan oral liquid may be used for treatment.

Maintain a regular sleep schedule and avoid staying up late or overexertion. Adequate sleep helps bodily recovery and hormonal balance, thereby improving a yellowish complexion.

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