Patient's question:
Newborn reached a total bilirubin level of 276 on the fifth day after birth, with normal physical signs and good spirits (full-term, vaginal delivery). It is difficult to distinguish between physiological jaundice and pathological jaundice.Onset and duration of this illness: Jaundice appeared 2 days ago. Current general condition: Good physical condition.
Doctor's answer:
According to your child's condition and the occurrence of jaundice, it is necessary to further examine the cause of the jaundice. If it is physiological jaundice, it is recommended to temporarily stop breastfeeding and observe the use of probiotics to control it. If it is pathological jaundice, further regulation is needed to identify the specific cause of the pathological jaundice. There is no need to be overly concerned; further examination of the etiology is sufficient.The current principle for treating jaundice is: as long as jaundice is present, it should be reduced, regardless of whether it is physiological or pathological, as both can cause damage to the body. This damage can be caused by the child's immature blood-brain barrier, with varying degrees of severity. Your child's jaundice is relatively mild, and blue light treatment for 3 days should be sufficient.