Patient's question:
Baby's skin started turning yellow 3 days after birth. The family says it's jaundice. How should physiological jaundice in newborns be handled?Doctor's answer:
Newborn jaundice is usually self-limiting. Drinking more sugar water can help accelerate the fading of jaundice, and treatment is generally not required. However, if the jaundice is severe, phototherapy should be administered, and further tests should be conducted to rule out pathological jaundice. Physiological jaundice will resolve on its own. It is still recommended to continue breastfeeding and give the baby more plain water. Adding a little glucose can also help the jaundice fade. Additionally, you can expose the baby to sunlight through a glass.