Patient's question:
NoDoctor's answer:
When pathological jaundice occurs, it should be taken seriously because it is often a manifestation of the disease, and the cause should be sought.(1) Jaundice appears early, appearing within 24 hours after birth;
(2) The degree of jaundice is severe, appearing golden yellow or jaundice covering the entire body, with relatively obvious jaundice on the palms and soles, or serum bilirubin greater than 12–15 mg/dL;
(3) Jaundice persists, still not subsiding or even worsening after 2–3 weeks of birth, or worsening after initially improving;
(4) Accompanied by anemia or changes in stool color to a lighter shade;
(5) With abnormal body temperature, poor appetite, vomiting, and other symptoms.