What Causes Jaundice in Babies?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
9. Liver Problems
As mentioned, a newborn baby’s liver is often underdeveloped to the point that it is unable to handle the levels of bilirubin produced. This is usually not something to be worried about but, occasionally, a newborn baby might have a more severe condition that needs to be dealt with.
There are various conditions that can cause a problem like hepatitis, which is inflammation of the liver, and this can cause jaundice. The good news is that, depending on the underlying causes, hepatitis is usually treatable.
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