Patient's question:
My baby was born 23 days premature, weighing 4.9 pounds, and is a male infant. At one and a half months old, he was diagnosed with hidden jaundice and stayed in the hospital for ten days. Tests showed positive for cytomegalovirus, with direct bilirubin at 73 and total bilirubin at 50, as well as ALT at 51. He is being treated with ganciclovir and liver-protective medication, and has undergone a urine screening.Doctor's answer:
Urine metabolism screening may have false positives. If necessary, recheck urine galactose and perform blood galactose and enzymatic tests. Children suffering from galactosemia should be taken to the hospital immediately for treatment to avoid various misunderstandings. Symptomatic treatment should be administered promptly. For parents, it is important to closely monitor the child's condition and provide as much support as possible to ensure timely treatment for the disease.