Question
Hello! My child is four years old and has a condition with symptoms of jaundice. He will bleed from one side of his nose during sleep, while the other side does not. He had this happen once last year, but it has happened several times this year. I would like to consult with a doctor on how to deal with this situation?
Answer
The name “spleen condition” refers to a condition where certain children develop yellow skin and jaundice after eating broad beans, hence the name. Spleen condition is an acute hemolytic jaundice, a special disease that can cause anemia. This condition is related to genetics. It’s not just eating broad beans that can trigger the disease; consuming products made from broad beans such as soy milk, soy sauce, etc., can also lead to the illness. If the mother consumes broad beans, the baby can also become ill after breastfeeding. Children with defects or those who have previously suffered from the spleen condition should avoid eating broad beans and related medications. You can use some traditional Chinese medicine preparations under the guidance of a doctor to treat this issue.