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I’m fundraising for the Starlight Children’s Foundation in honour of all the Billiary Atresia Fighters💚 And I need YOUR support.
Key Aspects of Biliary Atresia Awareness:
- What it is:Biliary atresia is a condition where the bile ducts outside and inside the liver are blocked or scarred, preventing bile from flowing into the small intestine.<svg focusable="false" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24">
</svg> - Impact:This blockage leads to bile buildup in the liver, damaging liver cells and causing scarring, potentially leading to cirrhosis and liver failure.<svg focusable="false" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24">
</svg> - Early Signs:Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes) that persists beyond the first few weeks of life is a key sign, according to Cleveland Clinic. Other symptoms include pale stools, dark urine, and poor weight gain.<svg focusable="false" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24">
</svg> - Importance of Early Detection:Early diagnosis and the Kasai procedure (a surgery to improve bile flow) are crucial for improving outcomes, says the American Liver Foundation.<svg focusable="false" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24">
</svg> - Awareness Efforts:Campaigns often involve sharing information through websites, social media, and educational events. They also advocate for newborn screening and early diagnosis.<svg focusable="false" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24">
</svg> - Advocacy:Advocacy efforts focus on improving access to care, funding for research, and awareness among healthcare professionals.<svg focusable="false" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 24 24">
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