Jaundice is a common symptom in newborns. Most newborns have much higher levels of red blood cells than normal at birth, and bilirubin is produced during the breakdown of red blood cells. When bilirubin accumulates in the baby's body, jaundice occurs. However, neonatal jaundice has physiological and pathological characteristics. So, what are the symptoms of pathological jaundice in infants?
Firstly, within one day after birth, the baby will develop pathological jaundice. If the symptoms of jaundice are severe, there may be vomiting, drowsiness, and white stools. Moreover, infants with pathological jaundice have higher levels of bilirubin, which can damage the nervous system and, in severe cases, impair their intelligence, leading to cerebral palsy and other complications.
Secondly, most babies have jaundice, which is physiological and generally does not require treatment. Physiological jaundice will gradually disappear and will not have any impact on the baby's body. However, when the baby's bilirubin continues to rise and the liver response is relatively slow, parents need to pay attention.
Finally, if the baby has mild jaundice, the mother must pay attention to the feeding of the baby, increase the baby's gastrointestinal peristalsis through reasonable feeding, promote the excretion of bilirubin from the stool, and help the baby yellow. In addition, let the baby drink plenty of plain water, do daily protection and care, but it is best to seek medical attention in a timely manner to obtain professional guidance from a doctor.
