Patient's question:
When the child was born, her face was always yellow. The doctor said that all babies have jaundice. It will gradually improve. I didn't pay much attention. But now she is getting more and more yellow. Today I took her for a check-up. The jaundice level was measured at 13. Is that high?Doctor's answer:
Most babies will have jaundice. It appears three days after birth. This is physiological jaundice. It usually disappears around 14 days. If jaundice appears within 24 hours after birth, if the jaundice is severe, progresses rapidly, and reappears after it disappears, then it should be considered pathological jaundice. If you are unsure about your baby's condition, it is recommended to see a doctor for a jaundice test to see what advice the doctor gives and whether treatment is needed.