Symptoms related to liver, gallbladder and biliary tract can be very varied and, at times, confused with each other. They often include pain in the upper right abdomen, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, and jaundice, i.e., a yellowish discolouration of the skin and eyes. Their appearance can indicate anything from minor changes Until obstructions o Inflammations requiring medical assessment.
Yellow colouration of skin or eyes (jaundice)
What is the patient feeling
The patient usually notices a change in skin colour or in the the whites of your eyes, which acquire a yellowish tone. Sometimes this change is progressive and is detected first in the eyes.
En muchos casos, puede acompañarse de otros síntomas como: itching on the skin, darker urine or lighter stools. Although it doesn't always cause pain, it's a sign that usually causes concern and requires medical assessment.
What pathology may be related
When you should consult
- If yellow colour appears in the skin or eyes. Even if there is no pain.
- If accompanied by itching or changes in urine/stools. Relevant associated signs.
- If there is abdominal pain. Especially at the top.
- If there are general symptoms. As weight loss or persistent discomfort.
How do we handle it at GASTEA?
Preguntas frecuentes
Not always, but it is a sign that should be studied without delay.
Yes, in many cases it does not produce pain.
Yes, but it depends on the cause producing it.
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Dark urine (chyluria)
What is the patient feeling
The patient usually notices that The urine is a darker colour than usual., Similar to tea or cola, unrelated to hydration. This change can appear progressively or suddenly.
In some cases, it is accompanied by other signs such as yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), lighter stools, or itchy skin. Although it does not always cause discomfort, it is a symptom that usually causes concern.
What pathology may be related
When you should consult
- If the urine is persistently dark. Not related to dehydration.
- If it appears alongside jaundice. Yellow colouring in skin or eyes.
- If there are changes in the stools. Lighter stools than usual.
- If there are general symptoms. Such as itching, abdominal pain or weight loss.
How do we handle it at GASTEA?
Preguntas frecuentes
No. If it's persistent, it could indicate a digestive or liver problem.
Yes, in many cases it doesn't cause discomfort.
Yes, but it depends on the cause that's provoking it.
Pale stools (acholic)
What is the patient feeling
The patient usually notices that the stools are a lighter colour than usual, bleaching to whitish, greyish, or clay-like tones. This change is not usually influenced by diet and can appear progressively.
In many cases, it can be accompanied by other symptoms such as dark urine, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or itchy skin. Although it doesn't always cause pain, it is A sign requiring medical assessment.
What pathology may be related
When you should consult
- If the stools are persistently clear. It is not an isolated change.
- If accompanied by dark urine. Frequent associated sign.
- If jaundice appears. Yellow colouring in skin or eyes.
- If there are other symptoms. Abdominal pain, itching, or weight loss.
How do we handle it at GASTEA?
Preguntas frecuentes
It can occur sporadically, but if it persists, it should be reviewed.
In many cases, yes, although there can be other causes.
Yes, it's common for there to be no associated pain.
Yes, but it depends on the cause that's provoking it.
Widespread skin itching with no apparent cause (pruritus)
What is the patient feeling
The patient usually notices a Widespread itching on the skin without an obvious dermatological cause, which can appear progressively or persistently and affect different areas of the body.
In some cases, this itching is more intense at night or interferes with rest. It can appear without visible skin lesions and to generate continuous discomfort or a frequent need to scratch.
What pathology may be related
When you should consult
- If the itching is persistent. It doesn't improve with time.
- If there is no clear dermatological cause. The skin appears normal.
- If accompanied by other symptoms. Such as jaundice, dark urine or pale stools.
- If it interferes with your rest. Intense stinging, especially at night.
How do we handle it at GASTEA?
Preguntas frecuentes
Yes, especially in liver or bile problems.
No. Many times the skin is normal.
Yes, if it's persistent or without an apparent cause, it's worth looking into.
Yes, when the cause is identified it usually improves.
Colicky pain in the right side of the abdomen
What is the patient feeling
The patient usually notices a Intense pain in the right side of the abdomen, which appears in the form of colic, meaning in episodes that come and go. It can start suddenly and increase after meals, especially fatty ones.
In some cases, the pain can radiate to the back or right shoulder and be accompanied by nausea or general malaise. It can last minutes or hours, y sometimes repeat over time.
What pathology may be related
When you should consult
- If the pain is intense or recurring. It is not an isolated incident.
- If it appears after meals. Especially fatty foods.
- If accompanied by nausea or vomiting. Associated digestive symptoms.
- If there is a fever or jaundice. It can indicate a complication.
How do we handle it at GASTEA?
Preguntas frecuentes
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- Full clinical assessment. Review of symptoms, medical history, and pain progression.
- Personalised diagnostic plan. We define the necessary tests to identify the cause.
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