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Case Discussion on Neonatal Jaundice

Neonatal jaundice, characterized by yellowing of a newborn's skin and eyes, is a common occurrence in the first days of life. It occurs due to the accumulation of bilirubin, a yellow pigment produced from the breakdown of red blood cells. In most cases, neonatal jaundice is physiological, resulting from the immature liver's inability to process bilirubin efficiently. Physiological jaundice typically appears within the first two to three days after birth and usually resolves within a week. Insufficient breast milk intake can lead to breastfeeding jaundice, where bilirubin levels rise due to fewer bowel movements and less bilirubin elimination. This occurs later, usually after the first week, and is associated with certain components in breast milk that interfere with bilirubin metabolism. Sometimes, elevated bilirubin levels can indicate an underlying issue, such as blood type incompatibility, genetic disorders, or infections.

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Dr. Pandu Chouhan

Consultant Pediatric Gastroenterology, KIMS Hospital Hyderabad

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Neonatal jaundice, characterized by yellowing of a newborn's skin and eyes, is a common occurrence in the first days of life. It occurs due to the accumulation of bilirubin, a yellow pigment produced from the breakdown of red blood cells. In most cases, neonatal jaundice is physiological, resulting from the immature liver's inability to process bilirubin efficiently. Physiological jaundice typically appears within the first two to three days after birth and usually resolves within a week. Insufficient breast milk intake can lead to breastfeeding jaundice, where bilirubin levels rise due to fewer bowel movements and less bilirubin elimination. This occurs later, usually after the first week, and is associated with certain components in breast milk that interfere with bilirubin metabolism. Sometimes, elevated bilirubin levels can indicate an underlying issue, such as blood type incompatibility, genetic disorders, or infections.