Patient's question:
Hello doctor. Our child had a bit of jaundice when they were three days old. On the fourth day, the levels were about ten. We have been giving them medicine since then, and now it's the eighth day, but there's no improvement. What should I do now? Should we focus on the medicine or should we go to the hospital for a thorough check-up?Doctor's answer:
Physiological jaundice reappears 2-3 days after birth, peaks between 4-6 days, and fades away within 7-10 days. If jaundice reappears within 24 hours after birth and persists for 2-3 weeks without subsiding, or if it recurs after initially fading, or if it appears again within one to several weeks after birth, it is considered pathological jaundice.If it is physiological jaundice, you can increase sun exposure and fluid intake for the baby. If it is pathological jaundice, it is recommended to seek treatment with blue light therapy at the hospital. Pathological jaundice can significantly affect newborns, so if a mother notices any symptoms, she should take the child to a regular hospital for examination promptly. Additionally, pay close attention to the baby's dietary issues.