What is the stool color of newborns during jaundice clearance?
Disease description:
My son was born with jaundice. Doctor, what color is the stool of a newborn undergoing bilirubin excretion?
Normal stool color is yellow or slightly greenish. If the jaundice is physiological, no specific treatment is usually required, as it typically resolves spontaneously. During this period, ensure the baby drinks plenty of warm water to promote bowel movements, which also aids in bilirubin excretion. Additionally, you may take the baby outdoors for sun exposure during times when sunlight intensity and ambient temperature are moderate and comfortable; sunlight can help reduce or resolve jaundice.