Patient's question:
My wife had a successful Cesarean section just yesterday and gave birth to a little baby. Our whole family is very happy. However, my son now has mild jaundice, and we are all very concerned. How long does newborn jaundice usually last?Doctor's answer:
Jaundice has many types, including physiological jaundice, pathological jaundice, and breastfeeding jaundice. The time required for each type of jaundice to subside varies. It is recommended that you first determine what type of jaundice your baby has. Generally, newborn jaundice begins to gradually fade after 5-7 days after birth. Breastfeeding jaundice can last for 2-3 months from a few days after birth. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery and good health!