High bilirubin levels

Hey everyone. So, my bilirubin levels have been spiking lately—and I mean really spiking😁(I’ve seen it hit as high as 80 before). Honestly, looking in the mirror and seeing yellow sclera or that yellowish tint around my eyes isn't exactly anyone's idea of a good time, but I guess that's just what happens when your bilirubin goes through the roof.
Anyway... I was wondering if anyone here could tell me how to actually get this under control? I'm just looking for a way to bring those numbers back down to a normal range, if that's even possible.😁
I mean, is there any way to actually fix this?🙄

Patrick Chase9 said:Hey everyone. My Bilirubin levels have been spiking—and I mean really spiking😁(at one point it hit 80)! Dealing with yellow sclera and that yellowish tint around my eyes isn't exactly my idea of a good time (all thanks to the elevated Bilirubin)
So... I'm asking for some advice on how to actually put a stop to these spikes and get back down to a normal range, obviously😁
Assuming that’s even possible at all🙄

Have you considered just asking your doctor? 🤷
Maybe try adjusting your diet, cutting out alcohol and smoking, or stopping any medications that might be taxing your liver. You should probably also get tested for hepatitis.
And, if your physician clears it, you could look into taking Milk Thistle tablets. (But seriously, check with your doctor first!!!)

Here’s the deal: elevated bilirubin levels usually point toward Gilbert's syndrome. It’s nothing to panic about—just a genetic thing that shouldn't really mess with your day-to-day life. You should check out http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gilbert%27s_syndrome and also http://www.gilbertssyndrome.org.uk/ for more info.
To be honest, most doctors here aren't even that familiar with it. My husband wasn't actually diagnosed until he was 25... even though they kept sending him back for blood work during his military recruitment exams... 🤣

An elevated bilirubin level might stem from Gilbert's syndrome, just as someone mentioned above, but that isn't a certainty. Back when I was seeing a hematologist about three years ago, they allegedly diagnosed me with Gilbert's; my total bilirubin was roughly 30% higher than the standard range. My doctor didn't offer much in the way of profound insight, merely suggesting that for some people, this is simply an innate condition you have to learn to live with—essentially telling me it’s more or less normal for my body.
That said, I recall battling mononucleosis—the kissing disease—about four years back, and even then, the medical professionals didn't provide a definitive diagnosis. It is entirely possible that my high bilirubin levels were actually a lingering consequence of that illness.
Regardless of what the true underlying cause turned out to be, I managed to bring my total bilirubin down to 15, and it has remained steady at that level for over a year now. I made the decision to cut out eggs—specifically the yolks—as well as carbonated drinks, greasy foods, and mayonnaise. I haven't touched a drop of alcohol since, nor anything else that might irritate the liver. After spending some time reading up on various dietary approaches online, I found that my bilirubin levels have stabilized, and I no longer have that sickly, jaundiced appearance I used to carry. On top of that, I’ve actually gained a little weight—I used to be far too thin—so now I finally have a healthy, rosy glow to my skin, haha.
I hope this provides some helpful perspective.

I remember back when I was at my military recruitment processing; a classmate and friend of mine ended up with elevated bilirubin levels.
He told me afterward that he’d polished off about a kilo of oranges and downed two liters of soda the day before. Later, I heard about some guys who overindulged on bacon and ended up with the exact same issue.

Based on how things work, what Keith Thomas21 is saying makes sense. You definitely need to see a doctor.

You really need to see a doctor just to rule out anything serious with your liver or gallbladder...