Patient's question:
The baby has just been born for two weeks and had jaundice right after birth. Since discharge, they have been breastfeeding. Recently, I heard from my cousin that drinking glucose powder can help reduce jaundice. I would like to consult: Is it effective for newborn jaundice to drink glucose powder? What should be noted in daily care?Doctor's answer:
Hello, a two-week-old baby has jaundice. If the jaundice is not severe, the baby can take glucose powder to reduce jaundice. If there is obvious jaundice, the child should be taken to the hospital for a jaundice index check and take medication to reduce jaundice under the guidance of a doctor. If the jaundice is more severe, the child can also be hospitalized for blue light treatment, and breastfeeding should be temporarily stopped if necessary.