Hyperbilirubinemia
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Medical Education
Breastfed Newborn Jaundice: When to Fix Intake, Reassure, or Investigate
In a jaundiced breastfed newborn, the key decision is not whether breast milk is “causing” the bilirubin. It is whether intake is inadequate, the infant is thriving with isolated unconjugated jaundice, or a red flag requires prompt evaluation.