Patient's question:
Baby born five little faces are swollen, eyes are jaundiced, the value of the doctor said it will gradually subside. How long will it take for the jaundice to subside?Doctor's answer:
Neonatal jaundice includes physiological and pathological types. If it is physiological jaundice in full-term newborns, it usually resolves spontaneously about 7 to 10 days after birth, with the slowest resolution never lasting longer than two weeks. If it is jaundice in premature infants, the resolution time may be delayed, but it will completely disappear by about 3 to 4 weeks at the latest. However, if it is pathological jaundice, it often resolves within two weeks, with premature infants taking longer, typically not exceeding three weeks. Neonatal jaundice can lead to skin and nervous system damage, potentially causing secondary neuron bilirubin encephalopathy. Severe cases may result in death, while survivors often suffer from long-term sequelae. It is recommended to seek medical attention if necessary, to start breastfeeding early for the baby and provide adequate fluids. Breastfeeding mothers should absolutely avoid excessive supplementation with other foods.