Question
My baby has been very drowsy lately. Could it be that the baby’s frequent drowsiness is a sign of jaundice?
Answer
Generally speaking, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital as soon as possible. If a newborn has jaundice with drowsiness symptoms, it is advisable to go to the hospital first to rule out early signs of bilirubin encephalopathy. Parents must be aware of jaundice, which includes hepatocellular jaundice, obstructive jaundice, hemolytic jaundice, and neonatal jaundice. Neonatal jaundice can be normal as well as pathological. Some suggest taking children to the hospital to find out the exact cause.