What to Do If Your Baby Has Jaundice at Birth?

Question

As a parent, I’m very concerned about my child having jaundice at birth and fear the condition may worsen. Doctor, what should I do?

Answer

Hello, it’s a pleasure to assist you. Based on your description, your baby is 2 years and 2 months old, weighing 33 kilograms, and standing 90 centimeters tall. They rarely get sick, have normal hearing, can only speak simple monosyllabic words, and find it difficult to learn to speak. They have a tendency to fidget and talk to themselves. Jaundice appeared three months after birth. Considering the delayed language development and normal hearing, there may be a possibility of childhood autism. I suggest you take your baby to the pediatric neurology department of a local children’s hospital for routine blood tests, blood biochemistry, thyroid function tests, EEG, and brain CT scans to confirm the diagnosis. Early detection and treatment can help in recovery.