Patient's question:
The baby was born one month premature, weighing 4.6 pounds. A thorough examination revealed sickle cell disease. The baby was treated with blue light in the hospital for a week. Three days after discharge, a follow-up test for jaundice showed normal results. However, three days later, another follow-up test for jaundice showed a level of 130, indicating that the jaundice has returned. What should be done now?Doctor's answer:
After a child is born, jaundice often occurs within three days, usually lasting for about two weeks. It is necessary to give the child more fluids at appropriate times to promote the metabolism of jaundice. Then, carefully monitor the condition and recheck the jaundice levels after some time. If the jaundice still does not subside, blood tests should be conducted to check liver function, and an ultrasound of the liver and biliary system should be performed to identify the cause. Once the cause of jaundice is determined, timely treatment measures should be taken.