Patient's question:
The baby is ten days old, and the jaundice level is as high as 49. The doctor recommended blue light therapy, but I believe it's caused by breastfeeding because I have postpartum hypertension and am taking blood pressure medication. Please ask: If the newborn's jaundice doesn't improve after staying in the hospital for several days, what should I do?Doctor's answer:
How many days has the child been born? What is the level of jaundice? Is the baby a preterm infant or a full-term infant. If the jaundice fluctuates and becomes severe, further treatment in the hospital is required. If the jaundice is not too severe, oral medication can be taken to closely monitor the condition, such as taking Yinzhihuang (a traditional Chinese medicine) and probiotics to help reduce jaundice. If breast milk jaundice is suspected, it is recommended to stop breastfeeding for 3 days and closely observe the jaundice levels. Neonatal jaundice has a significant impact on patients. Once symptoms are noticed, it is important to seek medical attention promptly, while also paying close attention to dietary issues, with a focus on light and simple foods. We hope that newborn jaundice patients can receive professional treatment.