Patient's question:
A child was born 3 days ago. Jaundice index is 225. The doctor said it's necessary to stay in the hospital for blue light treatment. I don't want to stay. It's said to be physiological. Drinking more water will make it go away on its own. Is that right? What kind of help do I need: Do I need to stay in the hospital?Doctor's answer:
Your baby is now considering neonatal jaundice. This is a special physiological condition in newborns. Almost every newborn will experience it. It is normal. Pathological jaundice usually appears within 24 hours after birth and progressively worsens. It may manifest as feeding refusal and lethargy. Neonatal jaundice generally begins two to three days after birth,. It becomes most apparent around seven days and usually subsides within two weeks. Special treatment is generally not required. If your baby is currently able to eat and sleep without any other symptoms, treatment may not be necessary. Of course, if conditions permit, blue light therapy can also be used. Wishing your baby good health.