Jaundice
Jaundice is a term used to describe the yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes. It's caused by a build-up of a substance called bilirubin.
Jaundice is caused by a build-up of a substance called bilirubin in the blood and tissues of the body.
If you have jaundice, you'll have a number of initial tests to find out how severe it is and determine the underlying cause.
There are many possible treatments for jaundice, depending on the underlying cause.