Patient's question:
My child had jaundice right after birth. Their skin was a bit yellow, and their conjunctiva was also slightly yellow. The doctor said it wasn't a serious condition and could be easily treated. The doctor recommended letting the child get more sunlight. How should newborn jaundice be treated?Doctor's answer:
For newborn jaundice, most cases are physiological jaundice, which generally does not require treatment and can gradually improve on its own. However, if the jaundice is severe, the jaundice index can be measured, and bilirubin tests may be conducted when necessary. Under the guidance of a doctor, jaundice-reducing medications can be used. If the medication does not produce quick results, blue light therapy and intravenous fluid treatment may be necessary. Most cases can be cured. If the jaundice is pathological, hospital-based systematic treatment is generally required.