Question
How to deal with the issue of high bile pigment bile duct obstruction in infants?
Answer
Jaundice in infants is categorized into physiological jaundice and pathological jaundice. Physiological jaundice usually appears 2-3 days after birth, with yellowing of the skin and mucous membranes, but it typically resolves spontaneously within 7-10 days, or may take up to 3-4 weeks in premature infants. UV light therapy or sunbathing can be used to assist in treatment. Pathological jaundice requires further medical attention, characterized by a serum bilirubin level exceeding 205 umol and accompanied by clinical symptoms. The main types of pathological jaundice include hemolytic jaundice, hepatocellular jaundice, and obstructive jaundice. Each type of jaundice has its corresponding cause and treatment method, and treatment should be based on the doctor’s diagnosis.