Benign Unconjugated Hyperbilirubinemia
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Benign unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia describes a mild and persistent increase in unconjugated (indirect) bilirubin in the blood, without this reflecting liver damage; Gilbert syndrome is its best-known form.
How it is usually noticed: Many people have no discomfort, and sometimes only a subtle yellowish tone is seen in the eyes or skin that becomes more pronounced with fasting, stress, intense exercise, or a passing infection.
Nature of the condition: It tends to be benign in nature and is often detected incidentally in blood tests done for another reason.
Who to consult? The gastroenterologist —in childhood, the pediatric gastroenterology specialist— can assess the finding, distinguish it from other causes of jaundice, and offer reassurance through appropriate follow-up.
Data on 50 doctors who treat benign unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia
Which specialist treats benign unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia?
Benign unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia is mainly treated by a gastroenterologist, a specialist in the liver and bile ducts. If your lab tests show elevated bilirubin levels, see a gastroenterologist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in benign unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Sandra Angélica Jiménez Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Deyanira Munguia Moreno
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Frequently asked questions
What is benign unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia?
Benign unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia describes a mild and persistent increase in unconjugated (indirect) bilirubin in the blood, without this reflecting liver damage; Gilbert syndrome is its best-known form.
Which doctor treats benign unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia?
Benign unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia is mainly treated by a gastroenterologist, a specialist in the liver and bile ducts. If your lab tests show elevated bilirubin levels, see a gastroenterologist.