19th February 2024

A 43-year-old female was admitted to the acute medical unit with jaundice

A 43-year-old female was admitted to the acute medical unit with jaundice. She has not noted any symptoms and has only felt generally fatigued for the past six months before admission. Her husband noticed the yellowing of her sclera. Examination reveals jaundice in her eyes. Abdominal examination showed a mild hepatomegaly. The viral hepatitis screen was negative. Anti-smooth muscle and anti-LKM1 antibody were positive.

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