Question
How should one handle newborn jaundice?
Answer
Newborn jaundice refers to the common symptom of skin, mucous membranes, and sclera yellowing caused by an abnormal metabolism of bilirubin during the neonatal period, leading to an elevated level of bilirubin in the blood. Depending on the level of bilirubin and the severity of symptoms, jaundice can be categorized as physiological or pathological. Physiological jaundice usually does not require special treatment, while pathological jaundice may require phototherapy or other treatment measures. In daily life, exposing the baby to sunlight more often can help reduce the level of bilirubin.