Yellowing of the Skin/Eyes in Tulsa, OK
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Find a ProviderWhat is the yellowing of the skin and eyes?
Yellowing of the eyes and skin is when the skin and the whites of the eyes develop a yellow shade. In adults, the cause of this could be liver disease, a bile duct obstruction, or inflammation in the gallbladder. The yellow shade is due to an elevated level of bilirubin (the orange-red compound formed during the deconstruction of hemoglobin) in the blood. This is also common in infants when the liver is premature and can't break down bilirubin quickly enough. At Adult Gastroenterology Associates, we can help find what is causing this. To get more information on why the yellowing of skin and eyes develops, request a consultation with our Tulsa, OK gastrointestinal providers at a location near you.
What causes yellow eyes and skin?
While this is commonly a side effect of liver disease, this can be a symptom of a genetically inherited blood disorder called thalassemia. Thalassemia is when your body generates a low level of hemoglobin. Yellow-colored eyes and skin could also be a result of the following conditions:
- Pancreatic cancer
- Hepatitis D, Hepatitis A
- Alcohol-related liver conditions
- Hepatic cirrhosis
- Blocked bile ducts
- Liver cancer
- Infection
- Acute inflammation of the pancreas
- Gallstones
- Sickle cell disease
- Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and Hepatitis E
If yellowing of the skin and eyes is caused by an infection, you could also experience fever, chills, abdominal aches, flu-like symptoms, brown-colored urine, or clay-like bowel movements. If the yellow shade is not caused an infection, patients could experience weight loss or skin that feels uncomfortable. Our gastroenterologists can determine the cause and provide the proper treatment you need to address yellow-colored eyes or skin in Tulsa, OK patients.
What are the treatments for yellowing of the skin and eyes?
Yellowing of the skin and eyes is usually a sign of a ongoing medical condition. Yellow-colored skin and eyes can be a sign of a problem in the liver, pancreas, or gallbladder. You should seek care for this condition as soon as it appears. It is important to seek medical care immediately so the proper treatment can be rendered. The treatment for yellowing of the eyes and skin is based on the root cause. For example, if a patient has acute liver inflammation, the yellow color will lessen on its own when the liver begins to recover. However, when a clogged bile duct is the cause, surgery could be needed. If you would like to find out more about the symptoms and remedies for yellowing skin and eyes, we encourage you to talk to a GI specialist at your nearest Adult Gastroenterology Associates location. They will guide you through your treatment options and decide which one works for you.
Get help for your yellowing eyes and skin
If you're experiencing yellow-colored eyes or skin, you should be evaluated as soon as possible. It is important to be assessed as it could be a symptom of a ongoing health problem. Contact the experienced GI providers at an Adult Gastroenterology Associates location near you to request a consultation. Our team is happy to offer solutions for yellowing of the eyes and skin in Tulsa, OK and can help you find the best treatment for you.
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