Patient's question:
My child was born prematurely at 35+4 weeks. Biochemical test results showed higher hemoglobin levels: TBIL 139.28 umol/L, DBIL 9.10 umol/L, and IBIL 130.19 umol/L. The indirect bilirubin level was significantly elevated. The doctor administered an 8-mL equal exchange transfusion treatment. However, the child's body is still quite red. What could be the cause of this issue? Is the doctor's treatment effective? How should further treatment be conducted? Thank you!Additional Question: If no further exchange transfusion treatment is performed, will this symptom disappear on its own over time?
Doctor's answer:
Analysis of the condition: Hello, there are quite a few types of jaundice, such as hemolysis, liver damage, and biliary obstruction, all of which can cause an increase in bilirubin.Suggestions: As a result, jaundice may manifest, which is a common phenomenon in infants and young children and does not need to be overly worried about. The child is troubled by neonatal diseases, so the mother must take the child to seek medical treatment immediately to avoid various misunderstandings. Timely symptomatic treatment is essential. For parents, it is important to provide the child with enough care and attention and to do everything possible to help the child receive timely medical treatment.