Question
My baby developed jaundice a few days after birth. Now, a week has passed, and the jaundice has not subsided. Is this normal? How long does it take for newborn jaundice to disappear after it appears?
Answer
Full-term newborns typically experience jaundice for about two weeks. Premature infants may need up to four weeks for the jaundice to gradually fade. For your baby, the peak of the jaundice might only be observable after one week. Please continue to have the hospital check the level of jaundice. If the incidence of jaundice is high or if it is pathologic jaundice and has not yet subsided, it is recommended to seek hospital treatment. Under the guidance of a doctor, the treatment generally yields good results.