Patient's question:
I took time out to go to a hospital to see the baby, but I always felt that the baby's face was quite yellow, and it seemed that the palms and soles were also yellow. I asked my cousin if she had noticed anything, based on my experience, this must be pathological jaundice. Is newborn jaundice easy to treat?Doctor's answer:
Generally, if the jaundice level exceeds 12.9, pathological jaundice should be considered. It is recommended to visit the hospital promptly. An abdominal ultrasound and blood tests should be conducted to determine the type of jaundice. Blue light therapy should be performed to prevent the occurrence of bilirubin encephalopathy, which can affect intellectual development. By lowering the jaundice level as early as possible, the risk of kernicterus can be avoided. As long as the jaundice index can be reduced in a timely manner, there is no significant issue. The main goal is to prevent severe complications such as bilirubin encephalopathy or kernicterus. In severe cases, blood exchange treatment may be required. However, most cases are treatable.