What Is Leptospirosis?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
5. Jaundice
Jaundice is a condition that is caused by the presence of bilirubin in the body. Bilirubin is a naturally occurring substance that is yellow in color and, if there is more than usual in the blood, it can begin to accumulate in the tissues. This can cause the patient themselves to take on a yellow hue.
Bilirubin is usually broken down by the liver so, when jaundice arises, it is an indication that the patient has a liver problem. Jaundice in itself is not serious, but the underlying cause can be very serious indeed so it should be checked out. It could be down to liver failure, and this could mean that leptospirosis has developed to Weil’s disease.
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