Patient's question:
My baby was born, and then in the past two days, I noticed that his face has been a bit yellow, and there's also some discoloration in the corners of his eyes. Family members said it might be jaundice. How can you tell if a newborn has jaundice?Doctor's answer:
Hello, jaundice is usually measured using a jaundice meter to check direct bilirubin and indirect bilirubin, which can clearly diagnose whether the baby has jaundice. It is more common in physiological jaundice, which can naturally turn into pathological jaundice that requires treatment. Your baby's face is still pale, so a careful examination is still needed to rule out jaundice caused by orange-colored stools. It is recommended that you follow up with a pediatrician for an examination, usually checking the total bilirubin level.