Jaundice, Neonatal

Synonyms

Icterus Gravis Neonatorum

Jaundice, Physiological Neonatal

Neonatal Jaundice

Neonatal Jaundice, Physiological

Physiological Neonatal Jaundice

Severe Jaundice in Neonate

Severe Jaundice in Newborn

Yellow discoloration of the SKIN; MUCOUS MEMBRANE; and SCLERA in the NEWBORN. It is a sign of NEONATAL HYPERBILIRUBINEMIA. Most cases are transient self-limiting (PHYSIOLOGICAL NEONATAL JAUNDICE) occurring in the first week of life, but some can be a sign of pathological disorders, particularly LIVER DISEASES.