Newborn Jaundice
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If you notice that a newborn's skin or eyes take on a yellowish tone, it may be newborn jaundice, a common situation in the first days of life. It is related to the buildup of bilirubin, a substance the baby's body is still learning to process.
Why it happens: the newborn's liver is still immature, so the elimination of bilirubin may be slower at first.
Signs to watch for: yellow coloring that begins on the face and can spread, drowsiness or changes in feeding.
The neonatologist and the pediatrician are the professionals who follow up on this condition. With any change in the color of the baby's skin, it's best to discuss it as soon as possible with a specialist for a timely review.
Data on 4,921 doctors who treat newborn jaundice
Which specialist treats newborn jaundice?
Newborn jaundice should be evaluated by a pediatrician or a neonatologist, specialists in infant health. A pediatric nephrologist may assist depending on the case. Find these specialists.
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Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
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Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
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Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Frequently asked questions
What is newborn jaundice?
If you notice that a newborn's skin or eyes take on a yellowish tone, it may be newborn jaundice, a common situation in the first days of life. It is related to the buildup of bilirubin, a substance the baby's body is still learning to process.
Which doctor treats newborn jaundice?
Newborn jaundice should be evaluated by a pediatrician or a neonatologist, specialists in infant health. A pediatric nephrologist may assist depending on the case. Find these specialists.