Patient's question:
My baby is 22 days old. Today, I went to the hospital for a newborn transcutaneous bilirubin test: forehead 203, chest 190. Is it serious? Does it require hospitalization?Doctor's answer:
Jaundice is a symptom caused by certain diseases. Pathological jaundice in newborns is commonly associated with conditions such as hemolysis, infection, or preterm birth. I don't know the specific cause of your child's jaundice, but 15 is considered a critical value for distinguishing between physiological and pathological jaundice, so there's no need to be too anxious. It's not serious! A jaundice level of 15, although slightly elevated, is still within a relatively safe range. Don't be nervous—it's not serious. After blue light treatment, your child will recover quickly. Blue light treatment in the neonatal ward is also relatively safe. Generally, after about three days of treatment, your child will be discharged and return to your arms.