Causes of high bilirubin levels in newborns
Disease description:
My baby was just born a few days ago, but he has severe jaundice, and now his eyes have turned yellow. What are the causes of high jaundice in newborns?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xie Zixing
The high level of jaundice in newborns is usually caused by excessive production of bilirubin in the infant's body, which the liver cannot metabolize in time. It may also result from hemolytic disease. Before treating neonatal jaundice, it is essential to first identify the underlying cause and then proceed with targeted treatment accordingly.
