Question
A six-year-old child has recently developed a yellowish complexion for one to two months, accompanied by a few white spots on the face. Although the appetite is good and there are no other symptoms, the stool test did not reveal any worm eggs. What could be the cause of this? Is there a possibility of other diseases?
Answer
Yellowish skin in children can have different causes, including anemia, malnutrition, or liver disease, etc., as well as a temporary phenomenon caused by long-term consumption of food with yellow pigments. If the yellowish skin is caused by diet, it usually does not require special treatment; just avoid consuming the related food, and the yellowish complexion will return to normal after a few days. However, if the yellowish skin is due to pathological factors, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital for further examination to ensure early detection and treatment of potential diseases.