Patient's question:
Newborn baby, two months old, recently has a yellow complexion. At first, I suspected the problem was with breast milk, so I switched to formula feeding, but the condition did not improve. The complexion remains pale yellow. Later, I went to the hospital for a check-up, and the doctor said the test results showed high jaundice.What kind of help do I need: What are the harms of high jaundice to the child?
Doctor's answer:
Newborns have physiological jaundice, which is a normal phenomenon. It usually fades naturally within two weeks, but it is essential to closely monitor the situation and prevent pathological jaundice. If the condition does not improve, it may be caused by other diseases, and conditions that lead to high jaundice levels are often severe. Additionally, prolonged jaundice is harmful to a child's liver and lungs and can affect their intelligence and hearing. It is recommended to seek a detailed examination at a reputable medical institution as soon as possible.