Patient's question:
Baby is 22 days old, jaundice level is 10.3 at the head, 9.5 at the chest, and 9.3 at the abdomen. Please advise on what to do next.Doctor's answer:
Usually, jaundice appears in infants 3-4 days after birth and disappears within 7-14 days. If an infant still has severe jaundice after birth, it is recommended to go to the hospital to check if the bile ducts are blocked or if there are any liver problems. However, many physiological newborn jaundice can last for about one and a half months. The infant is in a good mood and has gained weight. Even if she has jaundice, she should not worry and should be cared for as usual. However, I suggest that the mother's diet should be lighter during this period. Avoid spicy foods, and it is better not to eat seafood.