Question
What’s causing the yellow palm and sole on my 19-month-old baby? Will eating pumpkin and oranges every day have an impact? What illness could be causing the skin to turn yellow?
Answer
The yellowing of the palm and sole should first be considered as a sign of skin jaundice. You can observe if the baby’s whites of the eyes show any yellowing as well. If both white and yellow are present, it may indicate a possibility of liver and gallbladder diseases. Also, pay attention to the baby’s urine color, looking for any signs of yellowing. Eating pumpkin will not cause the palm and sole to turn yellow. If, in addition to the above, only the palm and sole are yellow, you can temporarily monitor the situation.