Question
A 19-week-old baby didn’t know what the situation would be, only to find out later that the baby was sick. What is neonatal jaundice?
Answer
Neonatal jaundice is the first issue most babies face upon birth. Some infants may experience skin jaundice again within a week after birth, caused by bilirubin accumulation on the skin surface. Neonatal jaundice can be physiological and usually fades within a month. If it persists beyond a month, it may be pathological jaundice, and it’s advisable to consult a doctor, and phototherapy may be necessary.