The British Digestive Foundation suggests that all those with Gilbert's Syndrome carry with them at all times the message:
| I
..........................................................(your name) suffer from
Gilbert's Syndrome, which may cause my eyes or skin to turn yellow if I vomit, go without
food for a long time, exercise vigorously or suffer from a feverish illness. This condition is entirely harmless and does not require further investigation. Signed .............................................. Signed .............................................. Patients physician |
| TO THE DOCTOR ..........................................(your name ) (Hospital number ....................................) suffers from Gilbert's Syndrome, a disorder of bilirubin transport which results in high levels of bilirubin in the bloodstream. Repeated vomiting, missed meals, vigorous exercise or a fever can be expected to lead to jaundice (but the urine should stay a normal colour). For further information contact: .............................................................. Physician in charge of his/her care Telephone............................................... |
