Question

Why hemolytic jaundice is also called as neonatal jaundice?

Hint:

Neonatal jaundice is a normal condition but requires monitoring to prevent complications.

Answer 1

Hemolytic jaundice is often called neonatal jaundice because it commonly occurs in newborn babies due to the rapid breakdown (hemolysis) of fetal red blood cells after birth. The immature liver of the newborn is unable to efficiently process the excess bilirubin produced, leading to yellow discoloration of the skin and eyes, which is characteristic of jaundice.