Patient's question:
I heard that newborn jaundice can make the child turn yellow and it may reappear on certain parts. It seems my child has newborn jaundice now. Hello, generally where does jaundice usually reappear? Does it disappear completely on its own?Doctor's answer:
Neonatal jaundice generally reappears on the baby's eyes, face, and neck. Physiological jaundice can resolve on its own.Physiological jaundice: In mild cases, it appears as a light yellow hue, limited to the face and neck or spreading to the trunk and sclera, and can fade within 2 to 3 days, returning to normal skin color by the 5th to 6th day. In severe cases, jaundice similarly starts on the head and spreads to the feet, covering the entire body. Vomit and cerebrospinal fluid may also turn yellow. The duration can last up to a week, especially in some premature infants, which may persist for up to 4 weeks. The stool remains yellow, and the urine contains no bilirubin.