Patient's question:
My baby has been sleeping a lot recently. Is it possible that the baby has jaundice because newborns with jaundice often feel sleepy?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital as soon as possible. If the newborn has jaundice and exhibits symptoms of lethargy, it is important to first go to the hospital to rule out early signs of bilirubin encephalopathy. Parents must be aware that jaundice includes hepatic jaundice, obstructive jaundice, hemolytic jaundice, and neonatal jaundice. Neonatal jaundice can be normal or pathological. Some suggest taking the children to the hospital to determine the exact cause.