Question
My baby is now over ten days old and has a particularly yellow complexion. Moreover, their eyes are also yellow. I would like to ask what could be the cause of the newborn’s high jaundice?
Answer
Newborn jaundice is categorized into physiological jaundice and pathological jaundice. Generally, physiological jaundice will gradually subside around seven to ten days after birth. Pathological jaundice, on the other hand, is mainly caused by an excess of bilirubin, leading to the condition. In such cases, it is necessary to seek immediate medical treatment. Treatment usually involves blue light therapy to reduce jaundice and is complemented by oral medications for the same purpose. I hope this information can be helpful to everyone.