What Is Cholestatic Jaundice?

Cholestatic jaundice is a condition that effects how people have bowel movement. The main organ that it targets is the liver. Cholestatic jaundice can be treated.

Definition

• Cholestatic jaundice is a condition in which there is a blockage in the flow of bile movement which then causes the overflow to spill into the bloodstream.

Causes

• There are several causes of Cholestatic jaundice, with the most common being gallstones. Other causes include hepatitis and pancreatic cancer.

Symptoms

• Symptoms of cholestatic jaundice include stools that are dark or pale, fever, itchy skin, dark urination, weight loss, excessive bleeding and odor-heavy stools.

Testing

• Testing for cholestatic jaundice can be done at home, in some cases, or at a health care facility. Some tests include cholesterol test, blood pressure testing and lever testing, which can all be done at home.

Treatment

• Treatments for cholestatic jaundice include surgery, antibiotic medications and liver transplant.