Patient's question:
I would like to ask the doctor that my child is a newborn, and their face is always particularly yellow. How should the yellow face of an infant be checked?Doctor's answer:
Hello, if a 11-day-old baby's face is yellow, it is mainly due to neonatal jaundice, which is reasonable, and accompanied by mild general symptoms. It usually appears two to three days after birth and gradually disappears after about ten days. The child should be exposed to sunlight appropriately and drink more milk to promote excretion.If it is pathological, such as high jaundice levels, poor patient condition, worsening jaundice, or recurrence after jaundice has subsided, it should be considered as a pathological condition, and medical attention should be sought promptly for bilirubin testing and timely treatment.
It is recommended to measure jaundice during postpartum visits. If it exceeds the normal range, seek medical attention promptly.