Patient's question:
The child has recently lost appetite, and their body is a bit yellowish. I suspect the baby might have biliary atresia. Could a one-month-old child possibly develop biliary atresia? Is it possible for an 11-month-old baby to have biliary atresia?Doctor's answer:
1 Many newborns may have the possibility of biliary atresia after birth, and it generally takes at least one month or more to rule out this type of condition. Usually, many newborns appear jaundiced after birth, but this will gradually subside over time.2 Newborns may have some abdominal swelling, ascites, and other symptoms when they are first born. However, biliary atresia is entirely different. It worsens over time, and the jaundice in newborns does not improve. Additionally, multiple organs throughout the body may deteriorate.