Jaundice

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Jaundice is characterised by yellowing of the skin and eyes due to elevated bilirubin levels. It arises from various causes including liver impairment and bile duct obstruction. The condition is classified into prehepatic, hepatic, and posthepatic types based on the origin of the dysfunction. Understanding bilirubin's role in the body, from production to elimination, is crucial. Risk factors include hemolytic disorders and liver diseases. Accurate diagnosis requires laboratory and imaging...