Question
My baby was born with jaundice. What is the cause of jaundice? Does a baby with jaundice feel uncomfortable? Are there any effective treatments for jaundice? How long does it usually take for jaundice to disappear? I want to know what the cause of neonatal jaundice is?
Answer
Hello, friend. There are many causes of neonatal jaundice. Jaundice in babies occurs due to an abnormal metabolism of bilirubin. Baby jaundice can be classified into pathological jaundice, physiological jaundice, breastmilk jaundice, and hemolytic jaundice. If a baby develops jaundice within five days after birth, it is advisable to undergo a detailed examination and blood test to determine whether it is physiological or pathological jaundice, and then proceed with treatment.