Patient's question:
9-week-old baby, I don't know what the situation will be, later I learned that I was sick. Please ask: How to treat jaundice in babies that doesn't go away?Doctor's answer:
Newborn jaundice has many causes, most of which are physiological jaundice and do not require special treatment. A very small number are pathological, generally requiring hospitalization for blue light therapy. Breast milk jaundice can be alleviated by increasing the frequency and duration of breastfeeding to slow down intestinal metabolism. For mild jaundice, the baby can be placed near a window to sunbathe. Phototherapy destroys bilirubin in the skin, which is then excreted in urine and bile. In normal breastfeeding babies, jaundice can persist for 2 to 3 weeks before fading. If the baby's jaundice is severe, or if there are abnormal symptoms such as lethargy, restlessness, or refusal to feed, or if the jaundice persists for longer than 3 weeks, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible.