What causes jaundice in newborns?

Patient's question:

The newborn is 11 days old. They were admitted to the hospital on the third day of birth. Due to a bit of gas, they had jaundice and heart problems. They stayed in the hospital for 7 days and were all better by the time they were discharged in the afternoon of the seventh day. Upon returning home, they noticed some twitching. They observed it twice in the afternoon of their return and twice again in the morning of the third day. They are unsure what is causing this situation.

Doctor's answer:

According to your description, it is a pleasure to clarify things for you. Based on the situation you described, it is possible to improve the cranial MRI or CT to identify how the twitching is caused by intracranial bleeding, and then proceed with further treatment. Wishing you good health, and hoping this will be helpful to you. The above is the suggestion for the question "What causes jaundice in a newborn who is 11 days old?" It is hoped that this will be helpful to you, and wishing the patient a speedy recovery!

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