Question
At 47 days old, my baby’s face is yellow, the palms of their hands and soles of their feet are not yellow, and the stool is yellowish with a bit of stickiness. What could be the matter?
Answer
Jaundice is common for most babies to reappear around 3 days after birth, which is physiological jaundice. It usually subsides around 14 days and does not require any treatment; the prognosis is also good. If jaundice appears again within 24 hours of birth, the degree is severe, progresses rapidly, and recurs after subsiding, it may be pathological jaundice. If you are unsure about your baby’s condition, it is advisable to consult a doctor to avoid delaying the treatment.