Patient's question:
My nephew was born less than a month ago. Recently, I noticed his complexion is a bit yellow, and the neighbors said it might be due to high jaundice. I'm very worried about his condition and don't know what could be causing it. I'd like to ask the doctor about the symptoms of jaundice in newborns.Doctor's answer:
Normally, neonatal jaundice does not last more than two weeks. If it persists for more than two weeks, it is pathological jaundice. If the eyes, face, or even the entire body are yellow, further tests on bilirubin are needed. If the results indicate a high level, medication and blue light therapy should be combined to manage the condition. Proper sunlight can promote the absorption of bilirubin. The main causes are disorders in bilirubin metabolism or breast milk jaundice.