Newborn Jaundice in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different newborn jaundice patterns according to TCM theory
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Newborn jaundice, clinically known as neonatal jaundice, is a common condition that causes a yellow discoloration in a newborn baby's skin and eyes. This condition occurs when a baby has a high level of bilirubin, a yellow pigment produced during the normal breakdown of red blood cells.
In most cases, newborn jaundice is a benign condition that resolves on its own as the baby's liver develops and becomes more efficient at processing bilirubin. It is especially common in preterm babies and within the first week of life in full-term babies.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a unique perspective on newborn jaundice, viewing it through the lens of energy imbalances and disharmony within the body. TCM considers jaundice in newborns as an indication of an imbalance in the body's Qi (vital energy), particularly involving the liver and gallbladder.
This condition is often attributed to factors such as Damp-Heat, a term in TCM that refers to the accumulation of heat and dampness in the body. Identifying the specific underlying pattern of disharmony is crucial in TCM for providing the most effective treatment.
Herbal Formulas for Newborn Jaundice
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address newborn jaundice