Neonatal jaundice is commonly seen due to a few reasons such as fall in hemoglobin concentration, shorter red cell lifespan and less efficient hepatic bilirubin metabolism in newborn. The fearful complication of jaundice, kernicterus, which occurs as a result of bilirubin neurotoxicity, can lead to catastrophic damage and death. Infants who survive may develop cerebral palsy, learning
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