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.