Jaundice
Jaundice refers to a condition that occurs when there is too much of a substance called bilirubin in the blood. Bilirubin is a yellow-orange substance in the red blood cells, and if the liver is not able to filter it out when red blood cells die, bilirubin can build up in the bloodstream. The buildup of bilirubin results in jaundice, which can cause the skin to look yellow. Jaundice suggests that there may be something wrong with the liver, gallbladder, or blood.
Common Symptoms
- “I actually didn’t have any symptoms of jaundice. I discovered it accidentally when my bilirubin levels tested high during routine blood work.”
- “My skin started to appear yellow, and I also had stomach pain and dark-colored urine.”
- “In addition to a change in my skin color, I experienced weight loss and itchy skin.”