Question
My baby is 42 days old and their skin still appears a bit yellow. They are gaining weight normally and have no discomfort. Do I need to take any action? What measures can be taken to resolve this?
Answer
Newborn jaundice is categorized into physiological jaundice and pathological jaundice. Pathological jaundice refers to the appearance of jaundice in babies shortly after birth, with the yellowing rapidly intensifying, requiring immediate medical attention. Physiological jaundice usually appears within the first two to three days after birth and typically resolves gradually within a week. For physiological jaundice, no special treatment is usually necessary, but parents should closely monitor their baby’s jaundice condition and seek medical attention promptly if any abnormalities are observed.