What is Gilbert's Syndrome?
Gilbert's disease is a common disorder passed down through families. It affects the way bilirubin is processed by the liver, and is characterized by fatigue and yellowing of the skin and whites of eyes, which may come and go in response to stress, exertion and infections.
Who has Gilbert's Syndrome at PatientsLikeMe?
- 26 patients have this condition
- 2 New patients joined this month
- 12 say Gilbert's Syndrome is their primary condition
| <20 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | 70+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Age | ||||||
| Gender | |
| 38% | Females |
|---|---|
| 63% | Males |
| Age at first symptom | # of patients | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| 0-19 yrs | 5 | |
| 20-29 yrs | 2 | |
| 30-39 yrs | 2 | |
| 40-49 yrs | 0 | |
| 50-59 yrs | 1 | |
| 60-69 yrs | 0 | |
| 70+ yrs | 0 |
| Diagnosis status | # of patients | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed | 16 | |
| Not Officially Diagnosed | 1 |
These charts show data from Gilbert's Syndrome patients who have completed their condition history