Which symptom is commonly associated with hepatitis compared to Gilbert's syndrome?

Jaundice is a common symptom associated with hepatitis and can manifest as a yellowing of the skin and eyes due to elevated levels of unconjugated or conjugated bilirubin in the blood. In hepatitis, liver inflammation leads to an impairment of bilirubin processing and excretion, resulting in higher bilirubin levels. This elevated bilirubin is what typically causes the noticeable yellowing characteristic of jaundice.

In contrast, Gilbert's syndrome is a benign genetic condition characterized by intermittent episodes of mild jaundice, generally without any significant liver inflammation or damage. Individuals with Gilbert's syndrome usually have normal liver function tests and only slightly elevated levels of unconjugated bilirubin, which may not present clinically as significant jaundice.

The other options do not correctly highlight the distinction between hepatitis and Gilbert's syndrome with regards to common symptoms. For instance, normal bilirubin levels are not associated with hepatitis, while liver tenderness on examination is more likely to occur in cases of hepatitis due to liver inflammation. The Finkelstein test, which is unrelated to liver conditions, assesses wrist pain from De Quervain's tenosynovitis rather than liver-related disorders. Therefore, jaundice clearly stands out as a common symptom of hepatitis that is less pronounced or absent in Gilbert's