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Newborn jaundice is a condition marked by high levels of bilirubin in the blood. The increased bilirubin cause the infant's skin and whites of the eyes (sclera) to look yellow. |
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Symptoms
The main symptom is a yellow color of the skin. The yellow color is best seen right after gently pressing a finger on...
Causes
Bilirubin is a yellow pigment that's created in the body during the normal recycling of old red blood cells. The live...
Tests
All newborns should be examined for jaundice at least every 8 to 12 hours for the first day of life. Any infant who a...
Treatments
Treatment is usually not necessary. Keep the baby well-hydrated with breast milk or formula. Frequent feedings encour...
Complications
Rare, but serious, complications from high bilirubin levels include: Cerebral palsy; Deafness; Kernicterus - brain da...
Prevention
In newborns, some degree of jaundice is normal and probably not preventable. The risk of significant jaundice can oft...
Doctor Specialties
All babies should be seen by a health care provider in the first 5 days of life to check for jaundice. Those who spen...
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