Pediatric Gilbert’s Disease
What is Pediatric Gilbert’s Disease?
Gilbert’s disease is a liver disorder in which bilirubin is not properly processed.
What are the signs and symptoms of Pediatric Gilbert’s Disease?
The only symptom of Gilbert’s disease is jaundice, which is caused by the increased levels of bilirubin in the child’s blood.
What are the causes of Pediatric Gilbert’s Disease?
A gene mutation that is hereditary (passed down in families) causes Gilbert’s disease. There are certain conditions and situations that can lead to increased bilirubin levels. These include:
Cold or flu
Fasting or eating too few of calories
Menstruation
Not getting enough sleep
Stress
Vigorous exercise
Pediatric Gilbert’s Disease Doctors and Providers
Amal Aqul, MDPediatric Hepatologist
Lauren Lazar, MDPediatric Gastroenterologist
Charina Ramirez, MDPediatric Gastroenterologist
Norberto Rodriguez-Baez, MDPediatric Hepatologist
Isabel Rojas Santamaria, MDPediatric Gastroenterologist
To Nhu Nguyen, PA-CPhysician Assistant - Gastroenterology
Phuong Luu, PA-CPhysician Assistant - Gastroenterology
Jennifer Peacock, APRN, PNP-PCNurse Practitioner - Gastroenterology
Shabina Walji-Virani, APRN, PNP-PCNurse Practitioner - Gastroenterology