Crigler-Najjar syndrome
Crigler-Najjar syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Category: General
Symptoms associated with Crigler-Najjar syndrome
The following symptoms have been associated with Crigler-Najjar syndrome in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Drowsiness
Abnormal feeling of sleepiness or difficulty staying awake....
Hearing impairment
A decreased magnitude of the sensory perception of sound....
Jaundice
Yellow pigmentation of the skin due to bilirubin, which in turn is the result of increased bilirubin concentra...
Memory impairment
An impairment of memory as manifested by a reduced ability to remember things such as dates and names, and inc...
Ophthalmoparesis
Ophthalmoplegia is a paralysis or weakness of one or more of the muscles that control eye movement....
Poor suck
An inadequate sucking reflex, resulting in the difficult of newborns to be breast-fed....
Pruritus
Pruritus is an itch or a sensation that makes a person want to scratch. This term refers to an abnormally incr...
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Vertigo
An abnormal sensation of spinning while the body is actually stationary....
Tests used to investigate Crigler-Najjar syndrome
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Crigler-Najjar syndrome. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crigler-Najjar syndrome?
Crigler-Najjar syndrome is a health condition described in medical literature. Crigler-Najjar syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Crigler-Najjar syndrome?
Crigler-Najjar syndrome is associated with 9 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Drowsiness, Hearing impairment, Jaundice, Memory impairment, Ophthalmoparesis, Poor suck. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Crigler-Najjar syndrome diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Crigler-Najjar syndrome include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Crigler-Najjar syndrome, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.