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Jaundice Treatment
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Lifestyle Modifications
Support liver health, prevent exacerbation of underlying conditions, and aid recovery.
- Strictly avoid alcohol consumption to prevent further liver damage, especially if alcohol-related liver disease is the cause.
- Maintain a balanced, healthy diet low in processed foods and saturated fats to support liver function and overall health.
- Ensure adequate hydration by drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
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Medicinal Treatment
Treat the specific cause of jaundice, manage symptoms, and prevent complications.
- Medications to treat specific underlying causes, such as antiviral drugs for hepatitis, antibiotics for infections, or corticosteroids for autoimmune conditions.
- Ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) to dissolve certain types of gallstones or improve bile flow in specific liver conditions.
- Symptomatic relief medications, such as anti-itch drugs (antihistamines or cholestyramine) to manage severe pruritus associated with jaundice.
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Surgical Treatment
Remove obstructions, repair damaged organs, or address severe underlying conditions causing jaundice.
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) to remove gallstones or place stents in blocked bile ducts.
- Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) for symptomatic gallstones causing bile duct obstruction.
- Surgical bypass procedures or tumor resection for cases involving pancreatic cancer or other obstructive masses.
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