Patient's question:
I found that my baby has jaundice, and it's only on the upper body, especially the face is particularly yellow. I want to know what to do about this kind of jaundice? Does it need to be hospitalized?Doctor's answer:
Based on the situation you described, we need to consider pathological jaundice, which is a serious form of bilirubin encephalopathy. Bilirubin encephalopathy can easily lead to intellectual disability in children. In this case, we need to be admitted to the pediatric department of the hospital. Oral antijaundice drugs combined with blue light therapy should be administered, and blood exchange therapy may be necessary if needed. Appropriate probiotics should be increased. Regular follow-up is required. Neonatal jaundice is not just limited to the upper body; if it is severe, it can cause generalized jaundice!