Patient's question:
My baby is 4 days old and the jaundice level is 18 to 19 points higher than the normal value. Is this a normal phenomenon? If it's not normal, what should I do?Doctor's answer:
If the jaundice index is 19, it is relatively high. To further clarify the bilirubin index, it is necessary to have a blood test at the hospital. It is necessary to receive blue light treatment promptly and take Yinzhihuang granules orally to reduce jaundice, in order to avoid further worsening of bilirubin encephalopathy or nuclear jaundice. Typically, blue light treatment needs to be continued for about a week. If the condition worsens further, alternative therapy will be required.