Question
Newborns have difficulty opening their eyes at birth, with excessive eye mucus. It takes more than half a month for them to open their eyes slightly, and it seems quite strenuous.
Answer
The characteristics of newborn jaundice usually appear 2 to 3 days after birth, reaching its peak severity between 4 to 5 days. For full-term infants, jaundice typically subsides within 7 to 14 days, while premature infants may take up to 3 to 4 weeks. Generally, the level of jaundice is mild, and the child does not have other discomfort symptoms, so parents should not be overly concerned. However, if the child is affected by other newborn diseases, parents should seek medical treatment for their child as soon as possible and avoid using unknown advertised drugs. It is important for parents to closely monitor their child’s symptoms to help in timely treatment of diseases.