Patient's question:
I am 26 years old this year. Today I gave birth to a baby. The first two days were fine. On the third day, the doctor said there was a bit of jaundice. His jaundice level was 18.6. I got a bit worried when I heard this. I would like to ask, is a newborn's jaundice level of 18.6 serious?Doctor's answer:
If neonatal jaundice is 18.6, it is still relatively high. Newborns will experience a jaundice period after birth. The jaundice level rises 2-3 days after birth and subsides after 2-3 weeks. It is recommended to closely monitor the newborn's jaundice level during this period. If it continues to increase, it is advisable to identify the cause of jaundice, such as hemolytic disease, gallbladder abnormalities, or inflammatory infections. Only through targeted treatment can jaundice be completely resolved by taking anti-jaundice medication.