How is jaundice in newborns different from jaundice in adults?

Jaundice in newborns and adults share some similarities, but there are key differences:

Newborn Jaundice (Neonatal Jaundice):

1. Common condition: Affects 60% of full-term and 80% of premature babies
2. Causes:
– Physiological jaundice (normal breakdown of red blood cells)
– Breast milk jaundice (substance in breast milk increases bilirubin)
– Hemolysis (red blood cell breakdown)
– Infection or sepsis
3. Symptoms:
– Yellowing of skin and eyes (jaundice)
– Sleepiness
– Poor feeding