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Friday, October, 23, 2009

Adult Jaundice Cause And Treatment

Health Encyclopedia: Jaundice Yellow Skin

Alternative Names

Yellow skin and eyes; Skin - yellow; Icterus; Eyes - yellow; Jaundice


Home Care

The cause of jaundice must be determined before treatment can be given. Follow prescribed therapy to treat the underlying cause.


Call your health care provider if

ALL jaundice in an infant, child, or adult should be medically evaluated. ALWAYS call your doctor if jaundice is present.


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