Patient's question:
About two days after onset, the bilirubin level checked today is 299.4. Is this considered severe jaundice? I am type O blood, and my wife is B positive. Can hemolytic jaundice be ruled out?Doctor's answer:
Hello, friend, you can rule out hemolytic jaundice because you are blood type O, and the mom is blood type B. There are many reasons that can cause high indirect bilirubin. It is essential to go to a regular hospital for a detailed examination to determine the cause of the high indirect bilirubin and then take targeted treatment. High indirect bilirubin is generally caused by two types of diseases: hemolytic jaundice and hepatic jaundice. The cause of hemolytic jaundice may be due to blood type incompatibility during blood transfusion, and neonatal jaundice is also a relatively common condition. Hepatic jaundice is caused by damage to liver cells, leading to impaired liver metabolism and function. It is recommended that you take your child to the hospital for a detailed consultation to determine if hospitalization treatment is necessary.