Neonatal Hyperbilirubinemia
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When a newborn has yellowish-toned skin and eyes, it is worth knowing that neonatal hyperbilirubinemia is the buildup of bilirubin in the baby's blood, a pigment that the immature liver still processes slowly in the first days of life.
Why it occurs: in many cases it is a transient response typical of the newborn's adaptation; in others it may be linked to blood incompatibilities or other conditions that require study.
Signs to watch for: yellow coloring that spreads, marked drowsiness, or difficulty feeding warrant timely attention.
Which specialist treats it? The neonatologist and the pediatrician closely monitor the baby and decide on follow-up; depending on the cause, the pediatric gastroenterologist or other subspecialists may be involved. If you notice that your baby looks more yellow or listless, do not hesitate to consult their doctor promptly.
Data on 236 doctors who treat neonatal hyperbilirubinemia
Which specialist treats neonatal hyperbilirubinemia?
Neonatal hyperbilirubinemia should be evaluated by a pediatrician or a neonatologist, who will closely monitor the newborn to help prevent complications. Find these specialists.
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Doctors specialized in neonatal hyperbilirubinemia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Sandra Angélica Jiménez Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. José Luis Lucho Hernández
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Stephany Sbheidy García Arana
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Charles Cesar Lazo Cárdenas
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Frequently asked questions
What is neonatal hyperbilirubinemia?
When a newborn has yellowish-toned skin and eyes, it is worth knowing that neonatal hyperbilirubinemia is the buildup of bilirubin in the baby's blood, a pigment that the immature liver still processes slowly in the first days of life.
Which doctor treats neonatal hyperbilirubinemia?
Neonatal hyperbilirubinemia should be evaluated by a pediatrician or a neonatologist, who will closely monitor the newborn to help prevent complications. Find these specialists.