Primary Biliary Cirrhosis Quiz

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Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)

Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).

Aiko Yoshioka, MD

Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)

Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.

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People with similar symptoms also use Ubie's symptom checker to find possible causes

  • Black poop

  • White of the eyes are yellow

  • Tarry stools

  • Reddish skin lumps

  • The skin is itchy and has scratches

  • Stool is black like hair

  • Icterus

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What is Primary Biliary Cirrhosis?

Previously called primary biliary cirrhosis. An autoimmune disease where the body's immune system attacks the bile ducts in the liver causing inflammation and damage, slowly.

Typical Symptoms of Primary Biliary Cirrhosis

  • History of Sjogren's syndrome

  • Black, shiny stool

  • Skin Itching

  • Skin or eyes turning yellow

  • Red or yellow skin lumps

  • Skin itching that worsens at night

  • History of liver problems

  • Right hypochondriac region swelling

Doctor's Diagnostic Questionson Primary Biliary Cirrhosis

Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:

  • Have you ever been diagnosed with Sjögren's syndrome?

  • Are your stools black and shiny like hair?

  • Is your skin itchy?

  • Are your eyes or skin turning yellow?

  • Have you ever been diagnosed with liver problems?

Treatmentof Primary Biliary Cirrhosis

While there is no cure, treatment aims to manage symptoms and slow down the disease. The doctor may prescribe medication to improve liver function and reduce liver scarring and itching. In severe cases, a liver transplant may be needed.

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References

  • Mayo Clinic

    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/primary-biliary-cholangitis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20376880

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Reviewed By:

Samantha Nazareth, MD

Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)

Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).

Aiko Yoshioka, MD

Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)

Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.

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