George Jones is admitted to the hospital with abdominal pain. Upon physical examination, the attending physician notices a yellow ring around his green eyes. George has a significant swelling in his abdomen and has been suffering from swollen joints for the last month. The physician runs a battery of labs. The results follow: Based on this information, from what is George most likely suffering?

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George Jones is admitted to the hospital with abdominal pain. Upon physical examination, the attending physician notices a yellow ring around his green eyes. George has a significant swelling in his abdomen and has been suffering from swollen joints for the last month. The physician runs a battery of labs. The results follow:  Based on this information, from what is George most likely suffering?

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George is most likely suffering from liver disease, as indicated by the yellow ring around his green eyes (a sign of jaundice) and the significant swelling in his abdomen. The abnormal lab values also suggest liver dysfunction, specifically increased levels of bilirubin and decreased levels of albumin.

George Jones Is Admitted to the Hospital with Abdominal Pain