In adults, jaundice itself usually isn’t treated. But your doctor will treat the condition that’s causing it. If you have acute viral hepatitis, jaundice will go away on its own as the liver begins to heal. If a blocked bile duct is to blame, your doctor may suggest surgery to open it.

When was jaundice first discovered?

The first recorded recognition of yellow staining of the basal ganglia of the brain was by Hervieux in his 1847 doctoral thesis on neonatal jaundice. It was Orth, however, in 1875 who identified the crystals of bilirubin in the basal ganglia of an infant with severe jaundice.

What naturally cures jaundice?

• Drink at least eight glasses of fluids per day. …
• Consider adding milk thistle to your routine. …
• Opt for fruits like papaya and mango, which are rich in digestive enzymes.
• Eat at least 2 1/2 cups of veggies and 2 cups of fruit per day.
• Look for high-fiber foods, such as oatmeal, berries, and almonds.