Question
The baby’s skin turned yellow three days after birth, and the whites of the eyes are also yellow! Now, it’s been one month and four days, and the yellowing hasn’t completely disappeared even after taking the medication for jaundice. However, the baby seems fine in other aspects, breastfeeding well, and in good spirits!
Answer
If the jaundice is physiological, it can be left untreated. If it is pathological, it must be treated actively. The child may develop kernicterus, which can affect the child’s nervous system. If the child’s condition is severe jaundice with high bilirubin levels, it is recommended to treat actively, considering phototherapy or taking some jaundice-reducing medication. Don’t take it lightly.