🔥 3. High Bilirubin – Causes & Treatment
What is bilirubin?
Bilirubin is a yellow pigment formed from breakdown of red blood cells.
Causes of high bilirubin
Liver-related
Hepatitis
Fatty liver
Cirrhosis
Obstructive
Gallstones
Bile duct blockage
Hemolytic
Increased breakdown of RBC
Symptoms
Yellow eyes (jaundice)
Dark urine
Pale stools
Fatigue
Treatment
Depends on cause:
Hepatitis → antiviral/supportive care
Obstruction → intervention
Liver disease → targeted management
When to worry
Rapid increase
Associated fever
Severe weakness
