Patient's question:
Newborn on the sixth day, jaundice level 22. The doctor recommended hospitalization, saying the baby's jaundice level is rising quickly. It may need to stay in the hospital for three to five days for phototherapy. What are the side effects of this light on the child? Will the child be better after the treatment?Doctor's answer:
The baby's jaundice level is significantly lower than the normal value, indicating pathological jaundice. It is recommended to be hospitalized immediately for treatment. The general treatment method primarily involves blue light therapy. If necessary, albumin infusion may be administered to prevent recurrence of bilirubin encephalopathy. Blue light therapy may cause side effects such as rashes and loose stools, which will disappear on their own after the treatment is stopped.High jaundice levels in newborns are best treated with blue light therapy. During the treatment, the baby's eyes and genital area should be protected.