Diarrhea is a relatively common occurrence in an infant. However, when this condition occurs in conjunction with jaundice, a yellowing of the skin, organ failure could possibly occur. Several conditions and diseases may be responsible for these...
Yellow skin -- also referred to as jaundice -- is the result of too much bilirubin. According to the National Institutes of Health, bilirubin is a yellow chemical found in hemoglobin -- the substance responsible for carrying oxygen to your red...
When the skin develops a yellow tinge, you might wonder if nutritional deficiencies are to blame. Yellow skin is also known as jaundice, and it is a symptom of an underlying problem, not a specific health issue in itself. While the levels of...
Yellow bumps on the skin ranges from xanthoma on older adults and baby acne on newborns. Baby acne and xanthoma can be unsightly, but baby acne typically disappears on its own while xanthoma will require treatment. If discomfort is present with...
Vitamin A works to keep the eyes free from disease in addition to doubling up as an antioxidant fighting free radicals in the body. This fat-soluble vitamin is found in foods such as liver, whole milk and fortified cereal. Vitamin A can be...
Yellow discoloration of the skin is referred to as jaundice. Red blood cells create a byproduct called bilirubin when they are replaced, which is responsible for the yellow tint to the skin or eyes. Jaundice should never be ignored, as it is often...
When your skin, eyes or nails take on a yellowish cast, the condition is known as "jaundice." Most common in babies, jaundice can affect adults, but often for different reasons -- including something as small as consuming excess amounts...
Papaya is a sweet tropical fruit that makes a nutritious snack. The fruit is packed with the antioxidant vitamin C and high in fiber. It contains no saturated fat or cholesterol. Papaya is usually served as a raw fruit, but it may also be cooked,...
A number of different conditions, from carbuncles to acne, can cause pustules on your skin. Pustules appear inflamed and look like small, red circles with a white or yellow center created by pus trapped in the upper layer of your skin. The pus...
Gallstones vary in size and number and have the potential to cause liver, pancreas and gallbladder damage. Some gallstones are as small as a grain of sand; others are much larger. The common bile duct connects the gallbladder, liver and small...
Crohn's disease is an inflammatory bowel disorder in which the intestinal lining becomes severely inflamed. The Mayo Clinic says that signs of Crohn's disease include diarrhea, stomach pain or cramping, bloody stool, ulcers, unintentional weight...
Newborn jaundice is a common condition in newborns, especially preterm babies (before 36 weeks gestation), according to the Mayo Clinic. Jaundice occurs because a baby's liver is not mature enough to break down bilirubin, which is a yellow pigment...
The liver is a large solid organ that lies in the right side of the stomach. It is responsible for breaking down glucose and making all sorts of proteins for the body. Sometimes, scars infiltrate the liver, and in other cases, an infection can...
An inner ear disorder, also known as otitis media, refers to an infection that affects the inner ear. The University of Maryland Medical Center says that this typically occurs, at one time or another, in 75 percent of all children. Specific...
An inner ear infection, medically known as otitis media, is typically a childhood condition characterized by pain in the ears, tugging at the ears, crying, a high fever, headaches and a clear fluid that drains from the ear, says the Mayo Clinic....
While proper nutrition remains the key factor for optimum eye health, vision problems may suggest the presence of vitamin deficiencies that call for supplementation. Although some eye conditions -- such as age-related macular degeneration --...
The liver is an important organ in the body responsible for making proteins and breaking down glucose for energy. Sometimes, the liver can become scarred and begin to malfunction. People with liver problems typically develop nausea, stomach pain...
High blood pressure (hypertension) refers to a measure of the force against your blood vessels. Two numbers compose your blood pressure: your systolic and your diastolic blood pressure. Your systolic pressure (the top number) is the pressure on...
HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a chronic and life-threatening disease that involves destruction of the immune system, a type of system necessary to defend the body against foreign invaders. MedlinePlus says that HIV symptoms include...
A virus that damages the liver, hepatitis C passes from person to person through contaminated blood. The Mayo Clinic notes that the most common transmission method of hepatitis C is shared needle use, such as from drug use. About 4.1 million...
The muscular system is an important component in your body that allows for flexible body movement. In some cases, you may develop trauma or inherit a disorder in which you are unable to move your muscles. You will experience muscle tenderness,...
Jaundice, or yellow skin, occurs when you have unusually high levels of bilirubin in your blood, states Merck Manuals. Bilirubin is a greenish-yellow pigment formed by the breakdown of hemoglobin--the oxygen-carrying part of your erythrocytes, or...
The Merck Manual of the Online Medical Library says that childhood seizures refer to the abnormal electrical activity that results in abnormal and involuntary movements of the body. For example infants can smack their lips while older children may...
Fungus are small organisms that tend to breed in very warm environments. According to MedlinePlus, fungus can cause a wide variety of infections, such as a yeast infection, athlete's foot and skin or nail infections. Its infection does not stop...
Testim (testosterone) is a medication used to treat hypogonadism, a condition in which you lack the male hormone testosterone. Testosterone is necessary in males to maintain their sex drive (libido) and reproductive system. According to the...
Tuberculosis is a contagious respiratory disease caused by the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria. According to the Mayo Clinic, typical tuberculosis manifestations include a fever, night sweats, coughing up blood (hemoptysis), a poor appetite...
Jaundice can impact nearly anyone. It is a common condition found in newborns, but a mother can develop jaundice as well. It occurs when too much bilirubin, the yellow pigment of the blood, builds up in the body. MedlinePlus explains that...
Vitamin deficiencies can be the cause of many ailments that we overlook. Hair loss, yellow skin, gum disorders and even headaches can point to vitamin deficiencies as a result of poor diet and and your body's slow absorption rate. There are things...
Anxiety refers to a fearful feeling in a certain situation. Some physical symptoms associated with anxiety include muscle tension, headaches, sweating, trouble breathing and stomach pains. Other signs include dizziness, fatigue, irritability,...
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