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Mom of a 4 yr 1 m old girl4 years ago

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#asktheexpert my baby had jaundice on her 2nd day. we put her under phototherapy light for 29 hours on 8th day as per dr. suggestion. when she born age was very fair and clear skin. after phototherapy she become dark and rashes occuring on her face. will phototherapy affects baby skin colour and rashes

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Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children4 years ago

A. no need to worry about this whatever colour baby is having at present you will back come back to normal soon this is possible with phototherapy no need to worry .

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Kalindi BhavsarMom of a 8 yr 2 m old boy4 years ago

A. Hi mommy Complete medicine course prescribe by doctor Consult your doctor once for proper medical examination Give adequate feeding Burp well after every feeding Take a good care of your baby Wash hands often before touching your baby

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