Jaundice
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It is advisable to seek medical attention when the skin and the whites of the eyes take on a yellowish tone, a sign that characterizes jaundice.
Jaundice is not a disease in itself, but a sign that bilirubin is building up in the body, which may be due to disorders of the liver, the bile ducts, or the blood.
Other possible signs: Dark urine, light-colored stools, or fatigue, depending on the underlying cause.
Which specialist assesses it? Gastroenterology and internal medicine usually take charge of identifying its origin, with support from other areas when necessary. With a yellowish coloring of the skin or eyes, it is advisable to seek a medical evaluation promptly.
Data on 1,191 doctors who treat jaundice
Which specialist treats jaundice?
Jaundice should be evaluated by an internal medicine physician or a gastroenterologist, who specializes in the liver and digestive system. A general surgeon may perform a procedure if needed. See a doctor if you notice yellowing of the skin or eyes.
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Doctors specialized in jaundice
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Frequently asked questions
What is jaundice?
It is advisable to seek medical attention when the skin and the whites of the eyes take on a yellowish tone, a sign that characterizes jaundice.
Which doctor treats jaundice?
Jaundice should be evaluated by an internal medicine physician or a gastroenterologist, who specializes in the liver and digestive system. A general surgeon may perform a procedure if needed. See a doctor if you notice yellowing of the skin or eyes.