Jaundice
Yellowing of the skin and eyes caused by elevated bilirubin, which can indicate liver, bile duct, or blood disorders.
Also known as: icterus, yellow skin.
Category: Gastrointestinal
Symptoms associated with Jaundice
The following symptoms have been associated with Jaundice in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Acholic stools
Clay colored stools lacking bile pigment....
Dark urine
An abnormal dark color of the urine....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Jaundice
Yellow pigmentation of the skin due to bilirubin, which in turn is the result of increased bilirubin concentra...
Pruritus
Pruritus is an itch or a sensation that makes a person want to scratch. This term refers to an abnormally incr...
Tests used to investigate Jaundice
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Jaundice. 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 ...
Liver Function Test
Measures ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin, and albumin to assess liver health....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Jaundice, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
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Benign recurrent intrahepatic cholestasis
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Cholestasis-lymphedema syndrome
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Hepatitis
Inflammation of the liver, which can be caused by viruses (A, B, C), alcohol, medications, or autoimmune disea...
Primary sclerosing cholangitis
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Reynolds syndrome
Reynolds syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for jaundice with confusion, bleeding, or severe abdominal pain.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jaundice?
Jaundice is a health condition described in medical literature. Yellowing of the skin and eyes caused by elevated bilirubin, which can indicate liver, bile duct, or blood disorders.
What are the symptoms of Jaundice?
Jaundice is associated with 5 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Acholic stools, Dark urine, Fatigue, Jaundice, Pruritus. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Jaundice diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Jaundice include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Liver Function Test. 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 Jaundice, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.