Gilbert Syndrome Unveiled: A Rare Presentation Pattern of Gilbert Syndrome Phenotype

Published on:April 2024
Indian Journal of Pharmacy Practice, 2024; 17(2):191-193
Case Report | doi:10.5530/ijopp.17.2.31


Gilbert Syndrome Unveiled: A Rare Presentation Pattern of Gilbert Syndrome Phenotype


Authors and affiliation (s):

Neethu Jose*, Betsy Mathew

Department of Medicine, Dr. Chandramma Dayananda Sagar Institute of Medical Education and Research, Harohalli, Karnataka, INDIA.

Abstract:

Gilbert syndrome is a relatively common, benign liver condition characterized by elevated levels of unconjugated bilirubin in the blood. In this instance, we present the case of an 18-year-old woman who developed jaundice subsequent to receiving a blood transfusion for iron deficiency anemia. Initially, the manifestation was suspected to be a haemolytic transfusion reaction, but further examination revealed that unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia was not linked to haemolysis. The patient reported a history of mild, self-limiting, recurrent jaundice episodes. A clinical diagnosis of Gilbert syndrome was established, and remarkably, bilirubin levels gradually normalized without any interventions. This case highlights an atypical presentation of Gilbert Syndrome.

Keywords: Gilbert syndrome, Hyperbilirubinemia, Jaundice, Transaminases.




 

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