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Child Health Topics

Search by category (lower right) or topic (search box on the top) to find information about common childhood illnesses, injuries and safety issues. Remember, if you have an urgent issue, please call our office: (925) 254-9203, option 6

Other excellent resources:

www.healthychildren.org - American Academy of Pediatrics website for parents
First 5 California - parenting advice for children ages 0-5 plus county based resources
Poison Control - (800) 222-1222

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Newborn Jaundice

6/30/2016

 
Jaundice is a yellow discoloration of the skin caused by a pigment called bilirubin. Bilirubin, a by-product of red blood cell breakdown, is processed by the liver. Due to immaturity of the liver in newborns, nearly all newborns experience some degree of yellowness which is usually seen at about Day 3. Sometimes the extent of jaundice may require measurement of bilirubin by heelstick blood test. If the bilirubin is elevated, additional tests and/or treatment may be required.

For mild jaundice, more frequent feeding or exposing the baby to filtered sunlight at home may be useful. If additional fluids are needed, offer 1-2 ounces of formula after nursing two to three times per day. If you have any concerns about your baby's yellow appearance, call our advice nurse. The advice nurse may recommend
 an office visit and/or a bilirubin blood test.

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