Jaundice, characterized by yellowing of the whites of the eyes and a yellowish skin color, can signal the onset of cirrhosis. “As a result, the liver shrinks and stops functioning properly; this is called hepatocellular failure. When its functional capacity drops below 50%, it is no longer able to effectively eliminate bilirubin (yellow bile pigment), which then accumulates in the blood, causing the characteristic yellowing of the eyes and skin,” explains the hepatologist. If you notice a yellowish discoloration of the whites of the eyes or skin, an urgent blood
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