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Phototherapy Treatment for Newborn JaundicePhototherapy is a primary treatment for reducing bilirubin levels that cause jaundice in premature and newborn babies.
Rh Factor in Pregnancy: My Complicated BirthWhat happens when you are Rh negative and your babies are O positive, but you have not received the necessary injections? My ignorance was not bliss in the case of my near-death labor and my son's jaundice.- Jaundice in Healthy NewbornsAll newborn babies suffer from jaundice few days after birth but what causes this jaundice............
Understanding Jaundice in Newborn InfantsCauses, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment and important, yet subtle details of jaundice in newborn babies.- ABO Incompatibility, Pregnancy, and Severe Newborn JaundiceABO Incompatibility is a cause of jaundice and anemia in newborns. ABO Incompatibility can occur if the mother and the baby have different blood types. It most commonly occurs when the mother has type O blood and the baby has type A, B, or AB blood.
- Can Babies Die from Jaundice?Neonatal jaundice is a common problem among newborn babies. How serious are high levels of bilirubin? Can jaundice cause death or other serious complications among newborns?
- Newborn Jaundice: How Serious Cases Are TreatedWhile many newborns may develop a mild case of jaundice, it does occasionally turn into a more serious problem. These cases do require special treatments. This is my personal experience with those treatments.
Differences Between Neonatal and Adult JaundiceYou usually hear about jaundice (yellowing of the skin) when people talk about their newborn babies. However, adults can also get jaundice as well.
Are Jaundiced Babies Predisposed to Getting Autism?New study adds fuel to the fire for the jaundice-autism debate. While more research needs to be done, universal screening for hyperbilirubinemia (the cause of jaundice) may become more common.- Treating Adult Jaundice NaturallyJaundice is common in newborns, not so much in adults. Learn how to treat this typically non-threatening condition as an adult naturally and get your liver back on track.
- Treating Jaundice in Babies NaturallyJaundice affects roughly half of all newborn babies. Learn how to treat this common condition naturally and how to prevent it from happening to your newborn.
How to Treat Jaundice in NewbornsJaundice in newborns may be common, but infant jaundice still requires treatment.- What is Infant Jaundice and How is it Treated?Infant jaundice is a common medical problem for many newborns. This article explains what jaundice is and how it is treated.
- The Types and Causes of JaundiceJaundice is a condition where a person's skin and the whites of the eyes become discolored - typically taking on a yellow coloration. This condition is not a disease itself, rather it is a sign seen in many medical problems.
- Three Circumstances that Lead to JaundiceRather than a disease, jaundice is actually a symptom which may occur under any of three conditions discussed in this article.
- How to Reduce Jaundice in NewbornsMany newborn babies are born with jaundice. It is usually not a reason for concern, but there are ways you can help to get rid of it.
- Symptoms of Jaundice in BabiesKnowing the signs of jaundice in babies will help you get rid of it fast.
- What is Jaundice in Babies?Understanding what jaundice is in newborn babies can reduce the fears of many new parents.
- Important Facts About JaundiceThis is a brief look at jaundice, its causes and treatment.
- Causes of Jaundice in Infants and ChildrenThis article will focus on the causes of jaundice in infants and children and will discuss those causes further.
Dealing with Infant JaundiceThis article describes my experience with infant jaundice. This will hopefully help you know what to expect if you child is born with infant jaundice.- Jaundice Symptoms and HelpJaundice is an illness of the liver that causes the bile ducts in the liver to malfunction to the point that bile does not flow freely out.
- Brief Look at JaundiceAn inside look at Jaundice, its etiology, symptoms and treatment.
- Jaundice: Symptoms and TreatmentJaundice, a yellow discoloration of the skin, can be caused by a wide variety of serious diseases. This article explains the different types and causes of jaundice.
- Types of Jaundice and Its TreatmentJaundice in an adult patient can be caused by a wide variety of benign or life- threatening disorders. This article will provide you the types of jaundice and its treatment.
- Jaundice: A Medical Student's CaseP, an Asian boy, was admitted to the hospital when he was 5 days old. He was presented with yellowish discoloration over his body from head to toes.
- The Symptoms and Treatment of Hepatitis A and BThis article is about symptoms and treatment of hepatitis A and B.
- What to Expect If Your Newborn is Diagnosed with JaundiceLearn all about jaundice and what it means to you and your baby.
- Herbal Tea & the Impact Upon Jaundice, Other Liver DisordersOffering an overview of the medical research that seems to support the usefulness of herbal tea in preventing and treatment liver disorders.
- Infant Jaundice - Definition of HyperbilirubinemiaArticle reviews causes of and treatments for infant jaundice.
Understanding JaundiceJaundice is an often little understood condition that is found in most newborn children. For new parents this can be a scary proposition but can, fortunately, be taken care of quickly and safely. For adults with jaundice, it can simply be scary.- Understanding KernicterusWhile approximately 60% of infants born in the United States experience mild jaundice - characterized by a yellowish tinge to the skin and in the whites of the baby's eyes, Kernicterus is a condition caused by severe jaundice.
- Jaundice in NewbornsA brief description of newborn jaundice, its causes, and its treatments.
- What is Newborn Jaundice?Newborn jaundice is a common occurrence in infants and is easily treatable, but parents and caregivers should be aware of the signs or symptoms of jaundice.
- The Hottentots [Part1]Dr. Andrew Sparrman received his medical training in his native Sweden. In 1772 he set out on a four-year journey around the world.
- Yellow Skin CausesThere are many reasons for a person having yellow skin. These are mostly associated with the liver.
- Biliary Atresia - What You Should KnowWhat you should know about Biliary Atresia.
- Causes of Yellowing EyesThere are several reasons for yellowing of the eyes which relate to the liver or other problems in the body.
- Love to Hate My Trash TVA satiric poem directed at those like me who can't stand Reality TV programmes like X Factor, Big Brother and are tired of hearing others complaining about the same.
- An Overview of Aagenaes SyndromeA complete medical description of Aagenaes Syndrome, including definitions of lesser known terms. Includes less common, sometimes unassociated, symptoms of the disorder.
