Patient's question:
When the baby was born, a blood test revealed a G6PD deficiency, and the baby had jaundice. It's been almost 10 days since birth, but the jaundice hasn't subsided yet. The baby has normal body temperature and is feeding well. However, he often coughs and sleeps very soundly during the day but cries frequently at night. I heard that using water boiled with Huanglian (Coptis chinensis) for bathing can help with newborn jaundice?Doctor's answer:
Most babies develop jaundice around three days after birth, which is physiological jaundice. It usually disappears after about 14 days. No treatment is necessary. For children, bathing with honeysuckle and boiling water is ineffective. It may also have undesirable side effects. It is best for the child to be treated for jaundice at the hospital. You can use medication or phototherapy, and make sure to keep the child warm and ensure they receive adequate nutrition.