2007-04-06 16:43:34 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Respiratory Diseases
The only two colours I have ever run across are from the sayings blue bloater for those who suffer from chronic bronchitis and pink puffer for those who suffer from emphysema. Yellowing of the skin may be from a bruise or may be a viral, skin or liver problem. Best to consult a doctor.
2007-04-06 17:01:09 · answer #1 · answered by Lisa T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yellowing Of Skin
2016-12-17 15:14:49 · answer #2 · answered by angele 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have never heard of yellowing of the skin caused by COPD. Cyanosis (blueish coloring) of skin is common. Perhaps the person also has problems with the liver. Jaundice can be caused when the liver isn't functioning correctly, which would cause yellowing of skin and the whites of the eyes.
2007-04-06 16:48:04 · answer #3 · answered by dolphincutie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it can. Especially if the copd is caused by smoking. It would be a good idea to have a liver panel run just to check liver function.
2007-04-06 16:48:51 · answer #4 · answered by Robin M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yellowing of the skin usually indicates liver damage.
2007-04-06 16:48:59 · answer #5 · answered by missingora 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, liver damage, such as hepatitis ca turn the eyes and skin yellow.
Cigarettes could turn the upper lip and fingers yellow
2007-04-06 20:14:02 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jaundice, maybe. it has to do with when your red blod cells die they get recycled and pigments kind of get left behind and will cause yellowing of the skin.
see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jaundice
2007-04-06 16:48:12 · answer #7 · answered by MedTq367 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋