How to treat high bilirubin levels in the eyes (jaundice)
Disease description:
Recently, I went to the hospital for a checkup and found that my eyes were yellow and my bilirubin levels were slightly elevated. May I ask, how should yellow eyes and high bilirubin be treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
The treatment for high bilirubin levels causing jaundice requires comprehensive measures based on the specific underlying cause. The following are some primary treatment approaches:
1. General treatment: Adjust dietary habits to avoid high-fat and high-cholesterol foods. Consume more light, easily digestible foods rich in vitamins to promote metabolism. Additionally, ensure adequate rest, avoid excessive fatigue and staying up late, and maintain a positive mood.
2. Medication: For elevated bilirubin levels caused by conditions such as cholecystitis or gallstones, medications like anti-inflammatory and bile-promoting tablets (e.g., Xiaoyan Lidan Pian) or ursodeoxycholic acid tablets may be used under a doctor's guidance. For viral hepatitis, antiviral and liver-protecting medications can be administered.
3. Surgical treatment: If the condition is severe, such as gallstones causing biliary obstruction or recurrent cholecystitis, surgical intervention may be necessary, such as laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
