Patient's question:
Newborn jaundice causing pneumonia. My baby was born 2 days old with jaundice at 8+ points on the third day, and it was 14+ points. The doctor recommended hospitalization, saying it was pathological jaundice. They arranged for blue light treatment. Later, they said there was pneumonia. Is it very serious?Doctor's answer:
Neonatal jaundice is a common phenomenon. Neonatal jaundice can cause pneumonia. My baby was born 2 days old with jaundice at 8+ points on day 2 and 14+ points on day 3. The doctor recommended hospitalization, saying it was pathological jaundice. Blue light treatment was arranged. Later, it was said to be pneumonia. Is it very serious? Neonatal pneumonia. It is very serious. If not treated actively, there may be a risk of life-threatening. Specific treatment methods. Consult the neonatal department at the local hospital.