Can newborn jaundice be treated by buying a blue light yourself?

Patient's question:

The baby has been born for five days, and the jaundice is still a bit high. The doctor said to expose it to blue light. I want to ask everyone if newborn jaundice can be treated with a blue light bought independently? I would like to ask for advice.

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, take oral antijaundice medication combined with blue light therapy, and undergo blood exchange treatment if necessary. Appropriately increase probiotics. Regular follow-up is required. In this situation, you will need to be admitted to the neonatal department of the hospital for treatment by professional doctors.

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