Question
My baby was born just two weeks ago, and recently I noticed their skin is very yellow. After a thorough check-up at the hospital, the doctor said it’s newborn hemolytic disease. I want to know what is newborn hemolytic disease?
Answer
Newborn hemolytic disease occurs due to an incompatibility between the mother and baby’s blood types, leading to the baby’s body producing antibodies that trigger an autoimmune response. Clinical symptoms include jaundice, anemia, edema, pallor, and in severe cases, difficulty breathing, coughing, and abdominal pain. Some patients may also develop bruising on their skin. Symptoms can vary depending on the cause, and patients should seek immediate and systematic examinations at a regular three-level A hospital based on their specific condition to receive targeted treatment and recover quickly.