Patient's question:
Newborn baby, 30 days old. On the 8th day, jaundice test results were normal. Pure breastfeeding, feeding every 2.5 to 3 hours on average, including at night. The baby is very good at night, eating and sleeping. During the day, they need to be held. The urine is not yellow, with about five to six wet diapers per day, sometimes as many as 10. There is some stool in each diaper, which is golden yellow. The baby spits up milk daily, but less after burping. The face and whites of the eyes are yellow. However, the baby tends to babble excessively, and becomes quiet afterward. If unable to calm them down, they cry. There are no other symptoms. Today, I went to the hospital, and the doctor suggested stopping breastfeeding for three days to see if it improves. I am very worried. The doctor has a lot of experience. Is there a high chance of pathological jaundice in my baby's case? I am very anxious.Doctor's answer:
But you didn't specify, what is the current jaundice index? If the jaundice index is greater than ten, then it should be considered pathological jaundice. If it's below 10, it would be mild, and it may also be breast milk jaundice. Generally, it takes about three days to resolve, and if necessary, let the baby get more sun exposure and take oral medication.The above is the advice for the question "Newborn baby 30 days, 8th day measured jaundice is normal." I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!