What is the most likely diagnosis?

An 8-week baby boy is noted to be jaundiced. He is breast-feeding well and has gained 300g since birth. His s and his urine is pale straw colored.

What is the most likely diagnosis?
A . Breast milk jaundice
B . G6PD deficiency
C . Galactosemia
D . Congenital viral infection
E . Biliary atresia

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Answer: C

Explanation:

Biliary atresia causes obstructive picture where stools are pale and urine becomes da disorder like G6PD or spherocytosis causes appearance of jaundice in 1st 24 hours. In breast milk jaundice, ja develops in 2nd week. Also congenital viral infection (TORCH) occurs in 1st 24 hours. So likely cause in the p is Galactosemia.