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My daughter is only 24 days, her face always look yellow, we went to hospital nearby, doctor said it is the breast milk jaundice, how to deal with ?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Breast milk jaundice: Stop breast feeding for several days. Also depending on how high the jaundice is she may need to be put under the bilirubin lights.

Answered 2/6/2014

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Dr. Jay Park answered

See below: Breast milk jaundice often causes noticeable jaundice up to 6 weeks. However, it will be prudent to monitor the level of bilirubin (yellow pigment in blood) not to reach above 25 mg/dl.

Answered 2/3/2015

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Follow up visit: I agree that this may be related to breast milk related jaundice. There are many causes for jaundice at that age. I would suggest noting down any worsening and the color of her stools for your pediatrician. I would suggest a follow up visit within 7 days.

Answered 2/3/2015

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