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Mom of a 3 yr 6 m old boy3 years ago

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Dear doctor, 1 week after the birth bilirubin of my child was 10 units. It has been 5 weeks still the yellowish in the eye whites has not gone. Baby is completely on breast milk. Does prolonged jaundice cause brain damage if it is 10 units also. What is the immediate action to be taken?

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Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children3 years ago

A. there will be various reasons which needs proper diagnosis And also it is advisable for the to consult your local doctor for appropriate advice in this regard if there is need for some investigations also depending on the need o k

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Sonam PrasadMom of 2 children3 years ago

A. hi dear Newborn usually refers to a baby from birth to about 2 months of age. Infants can be considered children anywhere from birth to 1 year old. Baby can be used to refer to any child from birth to age 4 years old, thus encompassing newborns, infants, and toddlers.

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