Jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes)

Yellowing of the skin and eyes is referred to medically as "jaundice", which is one of many common symptoms of Hepatitis A. Although jaundice in and of itself is not a sickness, it can be a sign of a number of different conditions. When your body contains an excessive amount of bilirubin, jaundice develops. The breakdown of defunct red blood cells in the liver results in the production of bilirubin, a yellow pigment. Normally, bilirubin and aged red blood cells are eliminated by the liver.

A major issue with the function of your pancreas, liver, gallbladder, or red blood cells could be indicated by jaundice. Jaundice is occasionally attributed to hepatitis. This liver inflammation can be brought on by an infection, an autoimmune illness, severe blood loss, drugs, alcohol, or pharmaceuticals. This kind of liver inflammation is brought on by hepatitis A virus infection. Regular immunization helps protect against hepatitis A infection. Therefore, be sure to have a Hepatitis A vaccination.