Patient's question:
My baby and I went out for some sun exposure at noon to boost her calcium intake. It might have been a bit too long in the sun, as her face just started to turn red. Today, I noticed some sunburn, but it's not blistering. I'm wondering what kind of impact this sunburn will have on her skin in the future?Doctor's answer:
The baby with jaundice should be exposed to sunlight daily for 30-40 minutes, divided into two sessions: before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m. However, this should only be done on windless days, and the baby's skin should be exposed as much as possible to natural light, including the face and hands, as long as the eyes are not directly exposed to the sun. Additionally, the baby can be given some water to help with jaundice. I wonder what the baby's current jaundice level is? If it is high, medication may be needed for treatment.