Tim Hass shared his photo â with Tim Hass at Coon Fork Lake County Park. Â· December 20, 2016 Â· Augusta, WI Â·.
The possible causes of blanching of skin can range from a medical emergency to a temporary inconvenience. Shock is a medical emergency that causes blanching of the skin, as well as other signs and symptoms. The condition occurs when the body is not getting enough blood or oxygen, usually due to one of the following: 1  significant blood loss.  severe trauma.
Jaundice is the most common cause of the skin turning yellow. Liver problems, such as alcoholic liver disease or cirrhosis make up the second most common reason. Hypothyroidism, HIV, syphilis and other diseases can also trigger a sudden yellowing of the skin. Carotenemia causes the skin to turn orange.