Patient's question:
My child was born via cesarean section. During the 6 days of hospitalization, the jaundice index was normal. On the 7th day, when discharged, the test result was around 11 o'clock, and the doctor did not prescribe any medication for prevention. Because we stayed in a relatively dark room at home, we didn't notice it until the 10th day after discharge. When we went to the nearby hospital for a test, the jaundice level was 15.8. What is the normal jaundice index for newborns?Doctor's answer:
Newborns begin to show jaundice 2-3 days after birth, it becomes most prominent on the 4-5th day, and naturally disappears within 7-14 days. Generally, the condition is good with no adverse reactions, referred to as "physiological jaundice." For the baby's jaundice, it is usually acceptable to be discharged if it does not exceed 9. If it is higher, it indicates pathological jaundice and requires treatment to reduce jaundice. It is recommended to give the child more warm water to drink, encourage frequent urination, and then observe the child's feeding and bowel and bladder habits. It is advised to relax and not worry excessively.