The liver of a newborn may be too immature to remove bilirubin as fast as it forms. If too much bilirubin builds up in the blood, it may cause the skin and the whites of the eyes to appear yellow. This is called jaundice.
Jaundice is a yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes. It comes from a yellow substance called bilirubin. Here is information about phototherapy treatment for your newborn's jaundice.
Jaundice is a common, temporary condition that develops when your baby's liver is not fully developed. Almost half of all babies show some signs of jaundice. Read on to learn more.
Watch this video to learn what jaundice is, including a severe complication called Kernicterus, how the condition is treated and when you should call your healthcare provider.
