What is another word for jaundice of the newborn?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɔːndɪs ɒvðə njˈuːbɔːn] (IPA) 
Jaundice of the newborn is a common condition that affects newborns in their first week of life. It is caused by high levels of bilirubin in the blood and makes the infant's skin and eyes appear yellowish in color. Some synonyms for jaundice of the newborn include neonatal jaundice, icterus neonatorum, and physiological jaundice. Neonatal jaundice is the most commonly used term and refers to the yellowing of the skin and eyes in newborns. Icterus neonatorum is a medical term used to describe the same condition and physiological jaundice describes the natural process of bilirubin removal from the body. Regardless of the term used, jaundice of the newborn is a treatable condition that usually resolves on its own within a few weeks.
