Patient's question:
What should I do if my baby's jaundice index reaches 20 on the 32nd day of birth? The doctor at the hospital suggested hospitalization, but I was too worried about the child to stay. Please advise on how to lower the jaundice level.Doctor's answer:
The baby is 32 days old with a jaundice index as high as 20, which is quite high. At this stage, the jaundice is mainly due to breast milk jaundice, also known as breast milk jaundice. The normal value is below 7. It is recommended to go to the hospital for blue light therapy, which can significantly speed up the recovery. Another possibility is breast milk jaundice syndrome, in which case breast-feeding should be temporarily suspended. Additionally, it may also be related to various different pathological factors. Please identify the cause before selecting a treatment plan.