Patient's question:
The baby was diagnosed with pathological jaundice two days after birth and was hospitalized in the neonatal department for blue light treatment, which brought it down. A few days after going home, the baby developed yellowing in the corners of the eyes and the white of the eyes. How can neonatal jaundice be treated?Doctor's answer:
If the baby has normal physiological jaundice, it usually gradually disappears around the 14th or 15th day. As long as the jaundice index is less than six, it's generally nothing to worry about, and the baby can eat, sleep, and have bowel movements. In this case, the baby might also have breast milk jaundice, so it's a good idea to let the baby get more sunlight. As the baby grows, their liver function will mature, and the jaundice will naturally subside. Based on the current situation, if the jaundice reappears after it has disappeared, it's necessary to check the bilirubin levels to identify the underlying cause.