Patient's question:
Baby has been born for more than ten days. The past two days, newborn jaundice has appeared. The doctor said it is physiological jaundice and not serious, but I would like to know how parents can care for the baby at home in this situation?Doctor's answer:
Hello, newborn jaundice is divided into physiological jaundice and pathological jaundice. Physiological jaundice refers to the appearance of skin jaundice within two to three days after birth. The jaundice gradually disappears within 7 to 10 days, with jaundice levels not particularly high, and does not require special treatment. For certain pathological jaundice, phototherapy or anti-infection, and even blood transfusion may be needed. When it is necessary to cover the eyes and genitalia under phototherapy conditions to avoid harm to the child from the light, some fluids should be supplemented for the baby.