What Are Hep A Symptoms?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
10. Jaundice
As mentioned, hepatitis A can mean that there is more bilirubin flowing through the patient’s body. The extra bilirubin can begin to accumulate in the patient’s skin tissues, and this can mean that the patient’s skin can begin to turn yellow itself. This is known as jaundice, and it is most noticeable in the whites of the eyes and areas where the skin is thin.
Jaundice can be quite striking visually as the patient turns a yellow/golden color. It is not harmful in itself, however, and the skin will return to normal once the underlying cause is dealt with. Regardless, jaundice can be caused by serious underlying health issues so it should definitely be checked out.
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