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Neonatal jaundice

Neonatal jaundice

Neugeborenengelbsucht·Also: Neugeborenenikterus

Neonatal jaundice is a yellowing of the baby's skin and eyes caused by the blood pigment bilirubin, which is common in the first days of life. It is usually harmless; if pronounced, it is treated with light therapy.

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