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What is the origin of the word 'icterus'?
What is the origin of the word 'icterus'?
Which term is commonly used to describe the yellowish appearance of the skin and whites of the eyes due to high bilirubin levels?
Which term is commonly used to describe the yellowish appearance of the skin and whites of the eyes due to high bilirubin levels?
What is the prevalence of jaundice in adults?
What is the prevalence of jaundice in adults?
Which of the following is NOT a commonly associated symptom of jaundice?
Which of the following is NOT a commonly associated symptom of jaundice?
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What are normal levels of bilirubin in blood?
What are normal levels of bilirubin in blood?
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Which of the following is the main cause of jaundice in adults?
Which of the following is the main cause of jaundice in adults?
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What is the medical term for jaundice?
What is the medical term for jaundice?
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What is the origin of the word 'jaundice'?
What is the origin of the word 'jaundice'?
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What is the estimated percentage of babies affected by jaundice during their first weeks of life?
What is the estimated percentage of babies affected by jaundice during their first weeks of life?
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What are some commonly associated symptoms of jaundice?
What are some commonly associated symptoms of jaundice?
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Study Notes
Icterus and Jaundice
- The term "icterus" originates from the Greek word "ikteros", meaning "yellow".
- Icterus is a synonym for jaundice, describing the yellowish appearance of the skin and whites of the eyes due to high bilirubin levels.
- The prevalence of jaundice in adults is not specified, but it is a common condition affecting newborns.
- Nausea and vomiting are commonly associated symptoms of jaundice, but not a fever.
- Normal levels of bilirubin in blood are typically below 1.0 mg/dL, with a range of 0.3-1.0 mg/dL.
- The main cause of jaundice in adults is liver or gallbladder disease, which can lead to a buildup of bilirubin in the blood.
- The medical term for jaundice is "icterus".
- The word "jaundice" originates from the Old French "jaune", meaning "yellow".
- Approximately 60% of babies are affected by jaundice during their first weeks of life, usually due to the immaturity of the liver.
- Commonly associated symptoms of jaundice include yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes, dark urine, and pale stools.
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Test your knowledge of jaundice terminology with this quiz! Learn about the origins of the word "jaundice" and its medical term "icterus." Explore the yellowish appearance of the skin and eyes and discover interesting facts about this condition. Challenge yourself and expand your medical vocabulary!
