Patient's question:
My child was a bit yellow at birth, with a yellowish complexion and body. The doctor said it was physiological and not a major issue, but some people say jaundice can lead to cerebral palsy in children, which makes me very scared. I'm asking: Could persistent jaundice in newborns be a sign of biliary atresia?Doctor's answer:
This is not biliary obstruction. Children with pathological jaundice should generally be advised to have jaundice subside within seven days. Suggestions: High-pressure oxygen therapy and blue light therapy can be implemented simultaneously. Prevent relapse, liver damage, and the recurrence of brain disease. Make sure the child is well-fed and gets plenty of sunlight. When patients face neonatal jaundice, we should promptly implement symptomatic treatment principles and avoid delaying medical consultation. If neonatal jaundice does not improve with treatment, the treatment plan should be adjusted promptly.