Patient's question:
The newborn is 12 days old and has jaundice. They are taking medication. The skin was fine at birth, but in the recent days, small red spots have been noticed on the face and abdomen. What should be done?Doctor's answer:
Newborns born at full term who develop jaundice again 2-3 days after birth usually peak between 4-6 days and fade by 7-10 days. A 12-day-old baby with jaundice can be treated with oral medication if they are feeding normally and gaining weight well. That's all the information for the question: "Does a 12-day-old baby with jaundice need treatment?" I hope the patient can quickly overcome the illness and recover soon!