What are the reasons for high jaundice in newborns?

Patient's question:

Newborn jaundice is high, and the blue light treatment has decreased it. But after returning home for a few days, it has increased significantly again. What are the reasons for newborn jaundice?

Doctor's answer:

Hello! Based on the situation you described and the symptoms you mentioned, the baby has intracranial hemorrhage. If it is not significant and does not affect limb movement, it generally should not cause the jaundice to repeatedly rise. The condition you described usually, with blue light exposure for three days, should improve approximately. If it keeps recurring, this situation should be further examined, unless there is an infectious condition in the body that would cause this phenomenon. Regarding the recurrence of your situation, I believe it is best to undergo further examination. For severe neonatal jaundice patients, it is recommended to seek medical attention immediately and treat it according to the doctor's advice.

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