(P59.9) Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

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5 904 402 in individuals diagnosis neonatal jaundice, unspecified confirmed
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2 325 deaths with diagnosis neonatal jaundice, unspecified

Diagnosis neonatal jaundice, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 11.99% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis neonatal jaundice, unspecified

321 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis neonatal jaundice, unspecified

2 004 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease neonatal jaundice, unspecified - Men and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 15-34
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-14, 35-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 5-9, 45-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-44

Disease Features neonatal jaundice, unspecified

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Neonatal jaundice, unspecified - what does this mean

Neonatal jaundice is a condition in which a newborn baby's skin and the whites of their eyes take on a yellowish hue due to an excess of bilirubin in the blood. it is caused by a variety of factors, including prematurity, blood type incompatibility between mother and baby, infection, and metabolic disorders. it is usually treated by phototherapy, which helps to break down the bilirubin in the blood.

What happens during the disease - neonatal jaundice, unspecified

Neonatal jaundice is a condition in which an infant's skin and eyes appear yellow due to an accumulation of bilirubin in the bloodstream. this can be caused by a variety of underlying conditions, including an immature liver, excessive breakdown of red blood cells, or an inability of the body to process and excrete bilirubin. in some cases, the cause of the jaundice may be unknown.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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10 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Neonatal jaundice, unspecified - Prevention

Neonatal jaundice, unspecified, can be prevented by ensuring that pregnant women have regular prenatal care and receive appropriate nutrition and medical care throughout their pregnancy. breastfeeding should be encouraged as soon as possible after birth, and phototherapy should be used as needed to treat any newborns with jaundice.