Patient's question:
Baby has been born for five days. Then in these two days, I noticed that the baby's complexion is a little yellow. The family says it should be jaundice. I want to go to the hospital for a check-up. Could you please tell me what the normal value of jaundice in newborns is?Doctor's answer:
This condition can be divided into two major categories: physiological and pathological. Physiological jaundice refers to transient jaundice caused solely by the characteristics of bilirubin metabolism. It occurs 2-3 days after birth, peaks between 4-6 days, and resolves within 7-10 days. In premature infants, it lasts longer. Except for mild anorexia, there are no other clinical symptoms. Physiological jaundice generally does not exceed 12.5 milligrams per deciliter. What is the current value for the child?