Jaundice and liver disease: when to see a liver specialist in Khulna

Jaundice is not a disease in itself; it is a sign of a problem in the liver or bile ducts. In Bangladesh, common causes are hepatitis A and E (from contaminated water and food) and hepatitis B and C.

Signs to see a doctor for

• Yellow whites of the eyes or yellow skin
• Dark yellow urine and pale stool
• Loss of appetite, nausea and weakness
• Pain in the upper right side of the stomach
• A blood test positive for hepatitis B or C

Emergency signs

• The patient is unusually drowsy or talking confusedly
• Vomiting blood or black stool
• The stomach swelling quickly
• Jaundice in pregnancy — hepatitis E is especially dangerous for pregnant women

Mistakes to avoid

• Spiritual healing, wearing garlands or herbal treatment
• Taking herbal medicines or extra paracetamol on your own
• Cutting out food altogether — you still need nutrition
• Stopping follow-up before your reports are normal

Fatty liver and hepatitis B

Fatty liver usually comes with excess weight, diabetes or high cholesterol; losing weight and exercising are the main treatment. Not everyone with hepatitis B needs medicine, but regular follow-up is essential. Get your family tested and vaccinated.

Prevention

• Drink boiled or safe water
• Avoid uncovered street food and drinks
• Get the hepatitis B vaccine
• Don't share needles, blades or razors

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