Signs and symptoms
... In most babies, signs and symptoms of infant jaundice appear in the second or third day of life and include: Yellowing of the skin Yellowing of the eyes Lethargy, in some cases You''ll usually notice ...

Causes
... Babies are born with a generous supply of red blood cells, which help transport oxygen. Over time, these red blood cells break down, forming bilirubin in the process. Bilirubin is normally transported...

Risk factors
... Boy babies tend to be at higher risk of infant jaundice than are girls. Asian and American Indian infants also are more likely to have jaundice. Other factors that may put your newborn at risk of jaun...

When to seek medical advice
... During the first few days after your baby goes home, be alert for the development of jaundice. Call or see your baby''s doctor if your newborn develops jaundice or begins to look or act sick. Be sure ...

Screening and diagnosis
... Your doctor will likely diagnose infant jaundice on the basis of your baby''s appearance. He or she may also take a small sample of your baby''s blood to measure the bilirubin level. A device that mea...