Question
Is my baby’s bile duct obstruction congenital? If so, does it present with jaundice at birth?
Answer
Bile duct obstructions are congenital conditions, typically beginning to show jaundice symptoms within 2 to 3 weeks after birth. If diagnosed, timely surgical treatment is necessary. Without treatment, it may gradually develop into liver cirrhosis by the third month after birth. It is recommended to seek medical check-ups and treatment at higher-level hospitals. Severe cases should actively cooperate with doctors.