Patient's question:
Three days after birth, the complexion turned yellow. Later, at two months old, the did not subside. The baby was taken to the county hospital for examination and was given some jaundice-reducing medication.Doctor's answer:
Hello: The symptoms described by the baby still fall under physiological jaundice. It is important to ensure the baby gets enough fluids and to expose them to sunlight to accelerate the excretion of jaundice. How can parents at home judge the severity of jaundice in newborns? We can observe the degree of skin jaundice under natural light. If it is only on the face, it is considered mild jaundice. For the trunk, press the skin with your fingers and then lift it to observe the jaundice. If the skin on the trunk is jaundiced, it is moderate jaundice. Use the same method to observe the limbs and palms/soles. If jaundice also appears there, it is considered severe jaundice, and it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. Wishing the baby good health!