Patient's question:
My baby is a premature infant, and it has been three days since her birth. I noticed that her face, except for her neck, has started to turn yellow. My previous child also had this condition, and the doctor said it was jaundice. I think this child might also have jaundice. I heard that jaundice can be treated with light therapy. Can newborn jaundice be exposed to sunlight?Doctor's answer:
A newborn may again develop jaundice, and it is perfectly fine to expose them to sunlight, as this can help with the absorption of jaundice. Currently, the child is still very young, and the primary consideration is that the jaundice is likely physiological. For now, the main focus should be on careful observation without any need for intervention. However, if the jaundice persists after the full moon, it will still be necessary to visit the hospital for a thorough examination to determine if it is pathological jaundice, and blue light treatment may be required if needed.