Guide To Preventing And Treating Gilbert Syndrome

Gilbert’s syndrome is a liver condition that is harmless and common. It happens when the liver does not process bilirubin properly. Bilirubin occurs when red blood cells are broken down. The syndrome is congenital, meaning the patient is born with it. Usually, the condition is found accidentally when a doctor is performing various blood tests. It is characterized by having a yellowish tinge to the skin from time to time. This is because the bilirubin levels may rise, causing some jaundice. The condition can be enhanced by dehydration, illness, lack of sleep, and fasting. The patient needs to make sure they keep an eye on their symptoms and if jaundice occurs, they consult with a doctor to make sure there is no other underlying cause for it. Although Gilbert’s syndrome does not need to be treated, there are ways to manage it and help reduce instances of jaundice.

Follow A Healthy Diet

Different foods can create an increase in bilirubin. As a result, it is essential that an individual with this condition eats properly, especially lots of vegetables and fruits. Additionally, doctors recommend that individuals with this condition eat regular meals and try not to eat too much too fast. The patient’s diet should consist of foods that do not put stress on the liver. Therefore, patients afflicted with Gilbert’s syndrome should not consume alcohol. Alcohol is very toxic to the liver and puts undue stress on it because it filters the alcohol out of the blood. Other foods that should be avoided include fatty foods. When a person eats fatty foods, it makes the body work harder to digest the food. It can result in a fatty liver that makes the liver work harder to filter the blood. Some of these foods include dairy products, preserved meats, fatty meats, and foods that are not fresh. Other foods that should be avoided include too much protein, soda, refined sugars, and different medications. All these foods can cause a fatty liver, which puts more strain on the liver and prevents it from working the way it is designed to. It is important for someone with this condition to give their liver the least amount of work to do regarding processing food.

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