#asktheexperts sir my baby was diagnosed with jaundice on her 4th day of birth she got phototherapy it got reduced to 11 then after 4 days retest was done it was 15 . it's now her 17th day of birth and she still appears very yellowish ! please help

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ExpertDr. Mohammed imranPaediatrician3 years ago

A. hello parent if you notice a low noise on the body hands legs for baby's stomach then kindly consult your doctor I alone as it's quite common maintain hydration and keep a track on urine output

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