Patient's question:
My baby has been home for about three days. Since this morning, there has been some yellowing on the baby's body, and he has also shown signs of being sleepy and difficult to wake up. Does jaundice affect sleep?Doctor's answer:
Jaundice in infants refers to the period of infancy. Due to abnormal bilirubin metabolism, the level of bilirubin in the blood increases. The occurrence of jaundice in the skin, mucous membranes, and sclera is the most common clinical problem in infants. This condition can be divided into two major categories: physiological and pathological. Physiological jaundice usually does not require special treatment and does not affect sleep. Pathological jaundice requires blue light therapy and may lead to kernicterus, affecting neurological function.