Patient's question:
On the 15th, when he was discharged from the hospital, his jaundice level was 23. The doctor prescribed Yinzhihuang to be taken three times a day orally. On the 18th, when he went to the hospital for a check-up, his jaundice level was measured. The doctor required blue light therapy, and he is now undergoing blue light treatment. Is a jaundice level of 23 serious for a newborn?Doctor's answer:
Neonatal jaundice is severe, so the parents suggest that premature infants go to the hospital for examination and treatment. However, neonatal jaundice depends on whether it is physiological or pathological. Physiological jaundice usually disappears within two weeks. Oral medication should be taken while observing for about a week. If the effect of the oral medication is still not good, it is best to adopt blue light therapy. It is recommended to pay close attention to the child's physical condition during this period and give the child appropriate amounts of water. Blue light rescue may be necessary if needed.