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My friend is suffering from jaundice so so If I stay with him then I will also suffering from jaundice or not?
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Absolutely not. The most important cause for Jaundice is hepatitis. Jaundice is actually a symptom- which is defined as the yellowing of the skin and the mucus membranes. Hepatitis which is the major cause of jaundice-is caused by viruses. So hepatitis is just another viral infection, Which affects our liver. There are many types of viruses that cause hepatitis. But none of these viruses are contracted by touching or coming close to a jaundiced patient. You contract these viruses by exchange of body fluids. Hence don't be worried about touching your friend!
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