The 10 Health Conditions That Can Trigger Jaundice

10. Premature Birth

Most babies have some jaundice after birth, but it is especially prevalent in prematurely born infants. In these cases, jaundice will appear within a few days of birth, and typically resolves itself as the child's liver gets rid of the excess bilirubin. However, it should still be checked out by a pediatrician. Since untreated hyperbilirubinemia can cause permanent brain damage if it does not resolve on its own. If your child was born prematurely, they may need to be hospitalized in order to properly treat the condition. Although jaundice occurs largely because the baby's organs need to catch up after relying on the mother for bilirubin, infection or disease can also be culprits.