Patient's question:
The baby has developed jaundice. Some doctors say it's okay to drink glucose water, while others say it's not. Can the baby drink grape water?Doctor's answer:
General physiological jaundice in newborns is advised to be treated with appropriate feeding of glucose water to promote metabolism. Early feeding can promote the formation of normal intestinal flora and enhance the excretion of jaundice. The concentration of glucose water is about 5%, and it can be slightly sweet after preparation, or glucose can be directly injected. Some suggest giving newborns glucose water appropriately between meals. According to the baby's preference, that is, water should not be forced, and there is no specific definition for drinking glucose water—it depends on the baby's taste. Breastfed infants do not require additional water.