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Gilbert's syndrome |
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Gilbert's syndrome A mild hereditary form of jaundice. Mentioned in: Jaundice Gilbert's syndrome Etymology: Nicolas A. Gilbert, French physician, 1858-1927 a benign hereditary condition characterized by hyperbilirubinemia and jaundice. No treatment is required. See also hyperbilirubinemia of the newborn. Gilbert's syndrome benign hereditary hyperbilirubinemia of humans marked by mild intermittent jaundice and often by fatigue, weakness and abdominal pain. A comparable disease has been identified in mutant Southdown sheep. See inherited photosensitization. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Has any study been conducted to ascertain whether people with Gilbert's syndrome have a lower incidence of cancer and heart disease? |
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