Patient's question:
Newborns born at full term may develop jaundice within the first three days of life, which usually disappears within about a week. My older cousin's child has had jaundice symptoms that have persisted without improvement, and the symptoms are worsening. What are the signs of jaundice in newborns?Doctor's answer:
Neonatal jaundice is generally characterized by yellow discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes. Neonates usually show no other symptoms. If it is severe, there may be the risk of kernicterus, which would be particularly serious. Currently, the child has yellow skin. You can go to a good hospital for liver function tests to determine the severity. Then, further treatment can be carried out based on the specific type of jaundice. Generally, blue light therapy is required.