Patient's question:
At the age of twenty-six days, my child's jaundice had not subsided. I went to a clinic in town for a check-up, and the doctor recommended hospitalization for blue light treatment. After three days, the jaundice level dropped to 9.6. Could you please tell me what the normal value is? Do I still need to be hospitalized for blue light treatment?Doctor's answer:
Neonatal jaundice occurs 3-5 days after birth. This is a normal phenomenon. The jaundice index generally does not exceed 15 mg/dL. This is within the normal range. It is physiological. Parents do not need to be too anxious. Drink more water and get more sunlight. If the jaundice does not subside for a long time and the index is high, it may be pathological. It is recommended to seek medical treatment at the hospital. Under blue light in the hospital, it can also help to give the child appropriate amounts of water, which can aid in the resolution of jaundice.