Question

What causes neonatal jaundice?

Answer

The causes of neonatal jaundice are mainly divided into physiological jaundice and pathological jaundice. Physiological jaundice is a common phenomenon that newborns experience, usually subsiding naturally within two weeks after birth. This type of jaundice is caused by abnormal bilirubin metabolism in newborns and is related to the blood types of the parents. If jaundice persists for more than ten days, it may be pathological jaundice, requiring further treatment. Treatment methods include the use of blue light therapy to promote the fading of jaundice. Parents do not need to be overly concerned, but they should closely monitor the changes in their newborn’s jaundice and seek medical assistance when necessary.