Patient's question:
My child has been born for a week. Yesterday, when Grandma was holding him in the sun, I noticed that he was a bit yellow. It is said that jaundice in newborns is normal, but I am still very worried. Please ask: How to deal with jaundice in newborns?Doctor's answer:
Physiological jaundice reappears 2 to 3 days after birth, peaks between 4 to 6 days, and fades away within 7 to 10 days. Premature infants have a longer duration. If jaundice reappears within 24 hours after birth and persists for 2 to 3 weeks without subsiding, or if it worsens after fading or recurs after fading, or if it starts to reappear within one week to several weeks after birth, it is considered pathological jaundice.Advice: It is recommended to seek further medical examination at the hospital, while ensuring the baby drinks plenty of water and gets ample sunlight exposure. Blue light therapy may be necessary if needed.
The harm caused by neonatal jaundice to patients is significant. Once symptoms are detected, it is important to seek medical attention promptly and pay close attention to self-care, such as eating more vegetables and fruits and avoiding stimulating foods. We hope that neonatal jaundice patients can receive professional treatment.