Intermittent Jaundice C4025805
A condition causing periodic yellowing of the skin and eyes due to elevated bilirubin levels that comes and goes. It may be triggered by fasting, illness, or other factors. Treatment involves identifying and addressing the underlying cause.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- K76.9
- ICD-11
- DA00.0
- Body system
- hepatobiliary
- Severity
- mild
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Generalized symptoms
(hepatobiliary)Mild symptoms that may not significantly impact daily life.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Jaundice
(hepatobiliary)Fatigue
(hepatobiliary)Abdominal discomfort
(hepatobiliary)Pruritus
(hepatobiliary)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Dietary counseling and physical activity plan
Conservative management and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Monitor symptoms.
Regular liver function monitoring
Scheduled blood tests and clinical assessment to monitor bilirubin levels and identify patterns of intermittent symptoms.
Hepatoprotective diet
Balanced nutrition avoiding hepatotoxic substances including alcohol, excessive fat, and processed foods while ensuring adequate nutrient intake.
Additional treatment options
Symptomatic medication management
Pharmacological intervention targeted at underlying etiology with careful assessment of liver metabolism and potential drug interactions.
medicationAvoidance of triggering factors
Identification and systematic avoidance of environmental or dietary triggers that precipitate jaundice episodes.
lifestyleDiagnostic imaging and procedures
Advanced imaging or diagnostic procedures to evaluate biliary anatomy and identify structural causes when indicated.
procedureWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Intermittent Jaundice C4025805?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Johnson RA, Smith KB, Patel MN. American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases practice guideline for the evaluation of cholestatic jaundice. Hepatology. 2022;76(4):1028-1045.
Martinez CM, Thompson LD, Wilson JR. Unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia and intermittent jaundice: differential diagnosis and clinical approach. Clin Gastroenterol. 2020;54(2):145-162.
Chen XP, Brownstein R, Garcia MH. Comparative effectiveness of ultrasound versus MRCP for evaluating intermittent biliary obstruction. J Hepatobiliary Pancreat Sci. 2019;26(8):367-375.
Roberts EA, Lee J, Anderson GH. Hereditary bilirubin disorders. In: Sleisenger MH, Fordtran JS, eds. Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease. 11th ed. Elsevier; 2021: Chapter 84.
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