{"id":1681,"date":"2026-01-10T05:06:29","date_gmt":"2026-01-10T05:06:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/?p=1681"},"modified":"2026-01-10T05:14:37","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T05:14:37","slug":"types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms","title":{"rendered":"Types of Jaundice in Adults: Early Symptoms and What They Mean"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In daily life, we commonly notice small physical changes and push them to the side. A little tiredness feels normal, a mild digestive issue gets blamed on food, and even changes in urine colour or appetite are ignored for days. Jaundice works the same way for many adults. It usually starts quietly without making a big disturbance to the body.\u00a0 Instead, it shows up quietly through signs that feel unrelated at first.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jaundice is not a disease on its own. It is a visible sign that something inside the body is struggling to maintain balance. In adults, this imbalance usually involves the blood, the liver, or the bile flow. Because work pressure, irregular meals, stress, and habits take priority, early symptoms go unnoticed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the <\/span><b>types of jaundice in adults<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> helps connect these early signs before they become severe. It explains why symptoms differ and what they may be pointing toward internally.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this blog, you will clearly understand what jaundice is, how it develops, the early symptoms to watch for, and how different <\/span><b>types of jaundice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reflect different internal issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Jaundice (\u092a\u0940\u0932\u093f\u092f\u093e) Treatment\u0964 \u0906\u092f\u0941\u0930\u094d\u0935\u0947\u0926 \u0915\u0930 \u0930\u0939\u093e \u0939\u0948 \u092c\u0940\u092e\u093e\u0930\u0940 \u0915\u0940 \u091c\u095c \u092a\u0930 \u0915\u093e\u092e | Acharya Manish Ji\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/k17XZWJRWTQ\" width=\"376\" height=\"669\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#What_Is_Jaundice_A_Simple_Explanation\" >What Is Jaundice? A Simple Explanation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#How_Jaundice_Develops_Inside_the_Body\" >How Jaundice Develops Inside the Body<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#The_Normal_Bilirubin_Process\" >The Normal Bilirubin Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#What_Goes_Wrong_in_Jaundice\" >What Goes Wrong in Jaundice<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#Common_Early_Symptoms_of_Jaundice_in_Adults\" >Common Early Symptoms of Jaundice in Adults<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#Why_Symptoms_May_Differ_From_Person_to_Person\" >Why Symptoms May Differ From Person to Person<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#Types_of_Jaundice_in_Adults_Understanding_the_Difference\" >Types of Jaundice in Adults: Understanding the Difference<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#Pre-Hepatic_Jaundice_When_the_Issue_Starts_in_the_Blood\" >Pre-Hepatic Jaundice: When the Issue Starts in the Blood<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#What_This_Type_Means\" >What This Type Means<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#Early_Symptoms_Often_Seen\" >Early Symptoms Often Seen<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#Hepatic_Jaundice_When_the_Liver_Is_Under_Stress\" >Hepatic Jaundice: When the Liver Is Under Stress<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#What_This_Type_Indicates\" >What This Type Indicates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#Symptoms_That_Give_Clues\" >Symptoms That Give Clues<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#Post-Hepatic_Jaundice_When_Bile_Flow_Is_Obstructed\" >Post-Hepatic Jaundice: When Bile Flow Is Obstructed<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#What_This_Type_Suggests\" >What This Type Suggests<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#Signs_That_Stand_Out\" >Signs That Stand Out<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#Key_Differences_Between_the_Types_of_Jaundice\" >Key Differences Between the Types of Jaundice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#Why_Understanding_Symptoms_Early_Matters\" >Why Understanding Symptoms Early Matters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#Jaundice_Through_an_Ayurvedic_Perspective\" >Jaundice Through an Ayurvedic Perspective<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#When_Jaundice_Symptoms_Need_Immediate_Attention\" >When Jaundice Symptoms Need Immediate Attention<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/blog\/types-of-jaundice-in-adults-early-symptoms\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Jaundice_A_Simple_Explanation\"><\/span><b>What Is Jaundice? A Simple Explanation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jaundice shows up when a yellow pigment called bilirubin stays in the blood. The body makes bilirubin while breaking down old red blood cells. A healthy liver removes it, but when that process slows, the pigment begins to collect.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When this process slows down or gets disturbed, bilirubin stays in circulation. As levels rise, it begins to settle in tissues, especially the skin and the whites of the eyes, causing a yellow tint. This change shows something is off inside the body, not just on the outside.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Jaundice_Develops_Inside_the_Body\"><\/span><b>How Jaundice Develops Inside the Body<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Normal_Bilirubin_Process\"><\/span><b>The Normal Bilirubin Process<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every day, the body breaks down old red blood cells and replaces them with new ones. This breakdown creates bilirubin. Then the liver collects it, processes it, and mixes it with bile. Bile then moves into the digestive system and exits the body naturally.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Goes_Wrong_in_Jaundice\"><\/span><b>What Goes Wrong in Jaundice<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Problems arise when bilirubin production increases too fast, the liver struggles to process it, or bile flow gets blocked. Any one of these disruptions can cause bilirubin to build up, leading to jaundice.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Early_Symptoms_of_Jaundice_in_Adults\"><\/span><b>Common Early Symptoms of Jaundice in Adults<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Early symptoms usually appear gradually and feel easy to ignore. Yellowing of the skin or eyes is the most noticeable sign, but it may start in a subtle way. Dark-coloured urine often appears before visible yellowing. Pale or clay-coloured stools suggest bile flow changes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many adults also experience fatigue, body heaviness, mild itching without a rash, digestive discomfort, or a reduced appetite. These signs together often signal an internal imbalance linked to <\/span><b>types of jaundice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Symptoms_May_Differ_From_Person_to_Person\"><\/span><b>Why Symptoms May Differ From Person to Person<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms vary depending on how fast bilirubin builds up, which organ is affected, and how strong the liver and digestion already are. Some people develop symptoms suddenly, while others experience a slow progression. Overall metabolic health and daily habits also influence how the body reacts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Jaundice_in_Adults_Understanding_the_Difference\"><\/span><b>Types of Jaundice in Adults: Understanding the Difference<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the <\/span><b>types of jaundice in adults<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> becomes easier when viewed by where the problem begins. Each type reflects a different internal process and produces slightly different symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pre-Hepatic_Jaundice_When_the_Issue_Starts_in_the_Blood\"><\/span><b>Pre-Hepatic Jaundice: When the Issue Starts in the Blood<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_This_Type_Means\"><\/span><b>What This Type Means<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-hepatic jaundice starts before the liver gets involved. Red blood cells break down faster than normal, and the liver cannot handle the excess bilirubin in time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Early_Symptoms_Often_Seen\"><\/span><b>Early Symptoms Often Seen<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms usually include mild yellowing of skin and eyes, darker urine without pale stools, and fatigue linked to blood imbalance rather than digestion.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hepatic_Jaundice_When_the_Liver_Is_Under_Stress\"><\/span><b>Hepatic Jaundice: When the Liver Is Under Stress<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_This_Type_Indicates\"><\/span><b>What This Type Indicates<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In hepatic jaundice, liver cells struggle to process bilirubin efficiently. The issue lies within the liver itself during bilirubin conversion.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Symptoms_That_Give_Clues\"><\/span><b>Symptoms That Give Clues<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adults may notice yellowing along with digestive discomfort, appetite changes, nausea, body weakness, and a flu-like heaviness. This form represents one of the most commonly discussed <\/span><b>types of jaundice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Post-Hepatic_Jaundice_When_Bile_Flow_Is_Obstructed\"><\/span><b>Post-Hepatic Jaundice: When Bile Flow Is Obstructed<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_This_Type_Suggests\"><\/span><b>What This Type Suggests<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, the liver processes bilirubin correctly, but bile cannot exit the body smoothly. Blockage causes bilirubin to flow back into the bloodstream.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signs_That_Stand_Out\"><\/span><b>Signs That Stand Out<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intense itching, very dark urine, pale or whitish stools, and upper abdominal discomfort are common features of this type.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Differences_Between_the_Types_of_Jaundice\"><\/span><b>Key Differences Between the Types of Jaundice<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main difference lies in where the disruption starts. Blood-related causes affect bilirubin production, liver-related causes affect processing, and bile-related causes affect elimination. Changes in stool and urine colour provide strong clues, while itching generally points toward bile flow issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Understanding_Symptoms_Early_Matters\"><\/span><b>Why Understanding Symptoms Early Matters<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jaundice acts as a warning sign rather than a final diagnosis. Early symptoms reflect internal imbalance long before serious complications develop. Recognising these signs helps guide timely evaluation and informed decisions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jaundice_Through_an_Ayurvedic_Perspective\"><\/span><b>Jaundice Through an Ayurvedic Perspective<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From a holistic view, liver health links closely with digestion. When digestion feels heavy or off, bilirubin does not clear smoothly. Observing symptoms carefully before jumping to conclusions allows a clearer understanding of imbalance patterns.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Jaundice_Symptoms_Need_Immediate_Attention\"><\/span><b>When Jaundice Symptoms Need Immediate Attention<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rapid yellowing, confusion, extreme fatigue, persistent itching, abdominal pain, or sudden changes in urine and stool colour signal the need for urgent medical attention.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jaundice is the body\u2019s way of highlighting internal imbalance rather than creating fear. Knowing the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hiims.in\/hospital\/surat\/jaundice-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>types of jaundice in adults<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> makes symptoms easier to understand; it removes doubt. Acting early becomes simpler. Small changes, when noticed on time, usually stop bigger issues later.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For guidance, evaluation, and holistic care, you may connect with Jeena Sikho HiiMS. Call +91 82704-82704 or email <\/span><a href=\"mailto:care@jeenasikho.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">care@jeenasikho.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to seek professional support.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Q1. What causes jaundice in adults?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jaundice develops due to blood breakdown imbalance, liver processing difficulty, or bile flow obstruction, reflecting different <\/span><b>types of jaundice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q2. Are all types of jaundice the same?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Different <\/span><b>types of jaundice in adults<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> vary based on whether blood, liver, or bile pathways are involved.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q3. Can jaundice appear without pain?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many <\/span><b>types of jaundice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> begin without pain and show gradual signs like fatigue or colour changes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q4. Does jaundice always affect digestion?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digestive changes appear mainly in liver-related <\/span><b>types of jaundice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, though not in every case.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q5. Why does urine turn dark in jaundice?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dark urine occurs when excess bilirubin circulates in the blood, common across several <\/span><b>types of jaundice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In daily life, we commonly notice small physical changes and push them to the side. 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