What Is Jaundice?
5. Physiological Jaundice
Jaundice is relatively common among newborn babies. It can, of course, be alarming for all involved, but the good news is that it is usually nothing to worry about. In many cases, it is simply a matter of the child’s young liver not yet being able to break down the bilirubin being produced. The symptoms of physiological jaundice will generally appear at around 2-3 days after birth. The condition will usually pass without having done any lasting damage once the liver is able to process the bilirubin as it is produced.
The condition is also unlikely to cause any other symptoms other than the yellow complexion; however, it is important to notify your child’s care provider if they exhibit jaundice because, unchecked, serious problems can ensue.
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