Patient's question:
Doctor, hello! My baby is a full-term cesarean section, and the skin on her face started turning yellow on the third day of birth. The skin on her body is normal. Now it's the 20th day since birth, and her face is still yellow, but it's a bit better than before. Doctor, is this situation considered normal?Doctor's answer:
Hello, physiological jaundice usually appears 2-3 days after birth, with a peak period of 5-7 days, and it typically resolves around 14 days, which is normal. If there is none or it recurs after fading, it should be considered pathological. It is recommended to go to the hospital for a check-up and have bilirubin levels tested. If the levels are high, active treatment is advised, which may include blue light therapy or medication such as Yinzhihuang Granules for jaundice.