Question
My baby has been sleeping a lot lately. Could it be that my baby has jaundice if newborns often get drowsy?
Answer
Generally speaking, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital as soon as possible. If a newborn has jaundice and shows symptoms of drowsiness, it is important to visit the hospital first to rule out early signs of bilirubin encephalopathy. Parents must be aware that jaundice includes hepatocellular jaundice, obstructive jaundice, hemolytic jaundice, and neonatal jaundice. Neonatal jaundice can be normal or pathological. Some suggest taking the children to the hospital to find out the exact cause.