Patient's question:
Yellow value 140, is it serious, do I need to go to the hospital? I have already stopped breastfeeding for four days, and I feel a bit paler, but it's still there. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Neonatal jaundice usually disappears completely within 15 days after birth. The jaundice visible to the naked eye is pathological jaundice that persists beyond 15 days. The child's jaundice has lasted for 44 days, which is undoubtedly pathological jaundice. Although 140 is not extremely high and cannot be considered severe, it still requires active treatment for jaundice.You should have your child's liver function checked to determine the severity and type of jaundice, and then receive symptomatic treatment. If jaundice significantly improves after stopping breastfeeding, then consider breast milk jaundice. The mother should pay attention to avoiding certain foods and refrain from consuming dishes prepared with alcohol and vinegar.