Patient's question:
Your friend's child is only a few weeks old. When you visited them, you noticed that the child had a very yellow complexion. After taking them to the hospital for a check-up, you found out that the child's condition was jaundice. What causes jaundice?Doctor's answer:
Infants or newborns exhibiting this phenomenon are primarily caused by hemolysis. Generally, individuals with blood type O are more prone to causing jaundice in babies. For those experiencing this condition, it is sufficient to have the baby undergo appropriate light therapy at the hospital. During breastfeeding, the mother should pay close attention not to consume carrots or oranges.Jaundice is also known as "yellow disease." Individuals with this condition are mainly caused by elevated bilirubin levels. For those suffering from jaundice, the mother should pay special attention to a light diet while breastfeeding and avoid spicy or greasy foods.