Patient's question:
The child has been born for 5 days now. Currently, the jaundice level is high at 20. I want to know if it's serious. What if it's pathological? I am also very anxious now. Is a jaundice level of 20 normal for the child?Doctor's answer:
If the jaundice index is 20, that is relatively high. We need to go to the hospital for a blood test to further clarify the bilirubin level. We need timely blue light treatment and oral medication to reduce jaundice, thereby preventing the further worsening of bilirubin encephalopathy or kernicterus. Typically, blue light treatment needs to be continued for about a week. If the condition further deteriorates, a blood transfusion may be required. It is recommended that during the treatment for jaundice, the child can also be given appropriate amounts of water, which is beneficial for reducing jaundice.