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Jaundice: meaning, definitions and examples

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jaundice

 

[ หˆdส’ษ”หn.dษชs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical condition

Jaundice is a medical condition characterized by the yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes due to an excess of bilirubin in the bloodstream. This condition often indicates underlying health issues related to the liver, gallbladder, or red blood cells. Jaundice can manifest in various forms, including neonatal jaundice, which occurs in newborns, and obstructive jaundice, resulting from a blockage in the bile ducts. Diagnosis typically involves blood tests and assessments of liver function.

Synonyms

icterus, yellowing

Examples of usage

  • The doctor diagnosed him with jaundice after noticing the yellow tint in his eyes.
  • Jaundice is common in newborns and usually resolves within a few weeks.
  • Chronic liver disease can lead to jaundice as the liver's ability to process bilirubin is compromised.

Translations

Translations of the word "jaundice" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น icterรญcia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅ€เคฒเคฟเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Gelbsucht

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kuning telur

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะถะพะฒั‚ัะฝะธั†ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ลผรณล‚taczka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ป„็–ธ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ictรจre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ictericia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sarฤฑlฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ™ฉ๋‹ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠุฑู‚ุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลพloutenka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลพltaฤka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ป„็–ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zlatenica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gula

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐั€า“ะฐัŽ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒงแƒ•แƒ˜แƒ—แƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sarฤฑ xษ™stษ™lik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ictericia

Etymology

The word 'jaundice' comes from the Old French word 'jaunisse', which means 'yellowing'. This term derives from 'jaune', meaning 'yellow', which in turn traces back to the Latin word 'galbina', associated with the color yellow. Jaundice has been recognized in medical literature for centuries, with historical references to its symptoms and implications found in ancient texts. The understanding of its causes and treatment has evolved over time, transitioning from folklore and rudimentary medical practices to modern diagnostics and therapies. As a condition, jaundice serves as a crucial indicator in medicine for a range of hepatic and hematologic disorders, highlighting the intricate relationship between liver function, blood composition, and overall health.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,116, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.