What should I do if a one-month-old baby has yellow sclera and a yellow face?

Patient's question:

The baby is one month old, the white part of the eyes and the face are also yellow. Is it jaundice?
Help needed: The baby is one month old, the white part of the eyes and the face are also yellow. Is it jaundice?

Doctor's answer:

Considering that children may still develop jaundice, it is recommended to monitor whether their appetite and body temperature are normal, ensure adequate rest, and seek medical attention promptly for jaundice. Neonatal jaundice can be either physiological or pathological. If it is elevated but not severe, hospitalization may not be necessary, and medication treatment can continue. It is best to control diet and weight changes, eating less and more frequently. At the same time, it is advised to choose to complement with blue light and other adjustments and observe for a period of time if necessary. Don't worry.

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