Patient's question:
My baby is now 10 days old. From the time he was born until we were discharged from the hospital, his jaundice was not high. However, a few days after we were discharged, I noticed that his face, except for his eyes, was yellow. The doctor at the hospital prescribed some medicine for him to take at home. I’m worried that something might be wrong with him. Hello, how is high jaundice treated in newborns?Doctor's answer:
Generally, newborns begin to show jaundice again 2 to 3 days after birth. If the jaundice reappears later, it is considered to be breast milk jaundice. Breast milk jaundice typically rises slowly each day and often appears as yellow with a hint of red. The baby is usually in good condition, able to eat, play, and sleep. If the highest level does not exceed 12.9 milligrams per deciliter, it is recommended to closely monitor the situation. Most people with breast milk jaundice have a good prognosis.