Patient's question:
My baby is now five days old, and the jaundice symptoms are getting worse. The skin is completely yellow. I want to take him to the hospital for phototherapy. How much does newborn jaundice phototherapy cost? How many days of treatment are needed?Doctor's answer:
Newborn jaundice can be treated with blue light therapy at the hospital. Generally, they need to stay in the hospital for 3 to 5 days. The cost of blue light treatment is not high. During blue light exposure, liver function and blood routine tests may be required. The fees vary between different hospitals. Specifically, you should consult the hospital. Typically, blue light exposure needs to be maintained for about a week. If the condition worsens further, a blood transfusion may be necessary. Blood tests are required at the hospital to further clarify the bilirubin levels.