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Jaundice In Newborns Learning Center
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No known prevention
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In newborns, some degree of jaundice is normal and probably not preventable. The risk of significant jaundice can often be reduced by feeding babies at least 8 to 12 times a day for the first several days and by carefully identifying infants at hi...
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Elevated bilirubin in the neonate is the most common reason for hospital readmission in the first two weeks of life. Kernicterus is still relatively uncommon but has been on the rise with the mandated early postnatal discharge policies. Bilirubin-...
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Primary prevention begins with addressing the risk factors mentioned above. Prevention of kernicterus requires early detection, monitoring and potential treatment of jaundice with rising bilirubin levels. Frequent feedings of ten or more per day h...
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There is no way to predict which infants will be affected by hyperbilirubinemia. Newborns should be breastfed or given formula frequently, and feedings should begin as soon as possible after delivery to increase activity of the baby's digestive sy...
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