I'm really worried about my 80-year-old dad. He got diagnosed with a throat infection recently and he was already feeling weak, so they had to give him a blood transfusion. Now the doctor says he's got jaundice and might only have two to three months left. Can you help me understand what's going on and if there's anything we can do?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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5+ Yrs

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It is important to follow the doctor's advice closely and ensure he is comfortable and well taken care of during this time.

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My belly button pain is getting worse and I can't stretch or bend without discomfort. I haven't had any surgeries and usually eat healthy with no junk food. What could be causing this sudden pain around just my belly button area?

Could be hernia, umbilical granuloma, or muscle strain‚Äîget abdominal USG and consult a general surgeon.

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I'm a bit worried as I just found out that my AG ratio in the liver function test is 1.41. I'm also dealing with psoriasis. Can you help me understand what this means and what steps I should take next?

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