Doctor warns Nigerian mothers against using camphor around babies, claims it causes jaundice
- A Nigerian doctor has taken to social media to warned Nigerian mothers against using camphor
- The doctor identified as Nonso said camphor used around babies could lead to jaundice
- Nonso noted that jaundice could lead to brain damage in a baby
A Nigerian doctor has warned mothers against the use of camphor around babies. The doctor educated mothers on why and how camphor is harmful to babies, especially newborn babies.
The doctor, who shared this tip with mothers on Twitter, was identified as Nonso MD Aproko Doctor by his handle.
In his tweets, the doctor revealed that camphor is linked to the cause of jaundice in babies. He said jaundice is caused due to overproduction of bilirubin which can lead to brain damage.
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According to the doctor, newborn babies especially male babies lack the enzyme that protects the red blood cells from damage caused by bilirubin.
Nonso also stated that exposing a baby to camphor can rapidly breakdown their blood cells.
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The doctor further noted that increased bilirubin could lead to brain damage, seizures, drowsiness, and abnormal cries.
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Meanwhile, Legit.ng had earlier reported that a Nigerian doctor who left the medical profession took to social media to reveal the reason for his decision. The doctor identified simply as Guendouzi revealed that he left due to the failed healthcare system.
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