Seasonal colds (common colds occurring in epidemics) and lingering summerheat that has not resolved can both lead to jaundice. Among these, jaundice caused by pestilential qi (epidemic pathogens) is the most rapidly fatal. (*Medical Beginner*)
Jaundice due to Blood Stasis
In jaundice caused by blood stasis, the pulse must be faint and deep; or it may present as deep and knotted, unlike the floating, slippery, tight, and rapid pulse seen in heat-stasis patterns. The external manifestations must include symptoms such as manic-like behavior, abdominal fullness, and free urination. One should refer to the sections on blood accumulation for treatment. (*Jiren Bian*)
Gallbladder Jaundice
"Gallbladder jaundice" refers to conditions arising from severe fright, terror, or injuries sustained in fights. I have observed cases where individuals were suddenly startled by wild tigers or wolves, losing their gallbladder's courage instantly and developing jaundice; there are also cases involving worry about disasters, with fear and anxiety... [text cuts off]