A patient complains of dry, irritated, and itchy skin that has not been relieved with over-the-counter medications.On examination, the patient is also found to present cholestasis and jaundice.From which of the following conditions may the patient be suffering?

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Pruritus, or itchiness, can be a symptom of underlying liver conditions that lead to cholestasis and jaundice, indicating a systemic cause rather than a localized skin infection or condition.

A Patient Complains of Dry, Irritated, and Itchy Skin That