Question
My baby developed jaundice three days after birth, and the doctor explained that this situation is relatively normal. I followed the doctor’s advice and used phototherapy to remove the jaundice, and everything was fine at home. However, ten days later, the symptoms of jaundice reappeared. I am very confused and therefore came to consult about the normality of my baby’s condition. My baby had jaundice before, but it reappeared ten days after it had faded. What should I do?
Answer
Newborns have many characteristics in bilirubin metabolism, generally speaking, newborns have a relatively higher bilirubin composition, and their metabolism and excretion of bilirubin are lower, so most newborns will experience physiological jaundice again within a certain period after birth, and are also prone to recurrent jaundice when ill. It is recommended that you take your baby to the hospital for a thorough examination to identify the cause and receive symptomatic treatment. The above is a suggestion for the question “What should I do when jaundice reappears ten days after it has disappeared?” I hope it is helpful to you, and wish you health!