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The primary sign of jaundice in infants usually is seen between the second and fourth days after the birth. To detect jaundice in infants simply press lightly on the baby's nose or forehead. If the skin appears like it's turning yellow the area, then it's most likely that your baby is suffering from mild jaundice. If your baby isn't suffering from jaundice, his skin color will appear a little less than its usual color for a short time. Take a look at your baby's face under good lighting conditions most preferably in natural light.
When is the best time to visit the doctor: Many hospitals have a procedure of checking babies for jaundice prior to their being discharged. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that infants be assessed for jaundice as part of routine medical examinations and at minimum every 8-12 hours during their stay in hospitals. The baby should be examined to check for signs of Neonatal Jaundice jaundice from the 3rd through 7th days after birth, as the levels of bilirubin typically peak. If your baby's discharge is before 72 hours following birth, schedule a follow-up appointment to examine for signs of jaundice within 2 days after the time of discharge. The following symptoms or signs may be indicative of severe jaundice, or other complications due to excessive bilirubin.
Contact your doctor If the skin of your baby is becoming more yellow or the skin on the abdomen of your baby or legs, arms, or torso is yellow and the whites of baby's eyes are like they are yellow, your child appears unwell or irritable or difficult to get up. Your baby isn't getting any weight gain or eating well and your child is crying high pitched cry or exhibits other symptoms or signs that are troubling you.
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