Patient's question:
I've been experiencing frequent dizziness lately, and I can't seem to eat properly either. My mental state isn't great either. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they said it's a blood-related issue. Could you please explain what hemolytic jaundice is?Doctor's answer:
Hello, hemolytic jaundice is caused by the destruction of red blood cells in the blood, leading to a continuous increase in bilirubin levels that fall below the normal liver's decomposition and metabolic capacity. This includes hereditary spherocytosis, thalassemia, and hemolytic disease due to blood type incompatibility. Treatment primarily focuses on correcting anemia, completely removing the cause, and stabilizing the triggering factors. Secondary treatment involves jaundice reduction. Severe hemolytic patients may require splenectomy.