Patient's question:
My baby is now over ten days old, and her complexion is particularly yellow, with her eyes also appearing yellow. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, the doctor said it was due to high jaundice. So, I would like to ask what could be the reason for the newborn's high jaundice?Doctor's answer:
Neonatal jaundice is divided into physiological jaundice and pathological jaundice. Generally, physiological jaundice gradually disappears when the baby is seven to ten days old. Pathological jaundice is mainly caused by excessive bilirubin production, and in such cases, it is necessary to seek medical treatment promptly. Typically, blue light therapy is required to reduce jaundice, and oral medications to alleviate jaundice may also be prescribed. I hope the above answer helps everyone.