Extrahepatic Cholestasis

When the skin and eyes take on a yellowish tone for no clear reason, seeking a timely evaluation is the most prudent choice. Extrahepatic cholestasis is a condition in which the flow of bile is interrupted outside the liver, generally due to a blockage in the bile ducts that carry it toward the intestine.

Common symptoms:

• Yellowish coloring of the skin and eyes.
• Dark urine and pale stools.
• Itching of the skin and abdominal discomfort.

Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist studies the bile ducts, and the general surgeon may intervene depending on the cause of the blockage; the general practitioner guides the first evaluation. With these signs, the most sensible thing is to see a professional who reviews the case individually.