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Infant jaundice

2021-12-07 06:33:24
Hi dr. My niece is only 7 days old her eyes look yellow. what we do? Give some advice Thanking you
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Please consult pediatrician as he requires proper evaluation. Thanks

Answered2021-12-07 07:43:09

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Hello. Yellow eyes at 7 days of life can be clinical jaundice. The baby needs direct evaluation to decide if blood test for jaundice is needed or not. Hence, please consult your pediatrician.

Answered2021-12-07 07:02:30

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It is neonatal jaundice. It's treatment depends on level of jaundice. Bilirubin levels.MBG,BBG. PLEASE SHARE YOUR CHILD DETAILS. It is treatable don't panic. It may be physiological it will resolve on itself
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The child needs evaluation for jaundice

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