Question
I’ve just given birth and noticed that my baby’s skin seems more yellowish, and it hasn’t faded for a while. I went to a hospital for a check-up, and the doctor said the jaundice level is 12. I’d like to know, does a jaundice level of 12 have an impact on my baby?
Answer
Hello, jaundice refers to a condition in newborns where an abnormal metabolism of bilirubin leads to an elevated level of bilirubin in the blood, resulting in yellowing of the skin, mucous membranes, and sclerae. This is one of the most common clinical issues in newborns. Jaundice can be categorized into physiological and pathological types. If the baby is in good general condition, it may be considered physiological jaundice, and usually no special treatment is required.