In this Article

• What is Gilbert syndrome?
• What causes Gilbert syndrome?
• What are the symptoms of Gilbert syndrome?
• What is the treatment for Gilbert syndrome?
• Gilbert Syndrome Glossary
• Gilbert Syndrome Index

What are the symptoms of Gilbert syndrome?

The elevated bilirubin pigment can sometimes cause mild yellowing (jaundice) of the eyes. People with Gilbert syndrome are otherwise entirely normal with no other signs or symptoms. Their liver enzyme levels in blood serum are also entirely normal.

Gilbert syndrome is most commonly diagnosed after puberty, when alterations in sex hormone levels cause the blood bilirubin levels to rise. Situations that aggravate elevated blood bilirubin levels (such as fasting, destruction of red blood cells, or illnesses) may be the initial factors that cause the patient to seek medical attention.

What is the treatment for Gilbert syndrome?

There is no need for treatment, and the prognosis (outlook) is excellent.

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