Patient's question:
My child is 23 days old and has jaundice on the forehead. Vomiting milk is more frequent. Is it necessary to stop breastfeeding? Drinking glucose is said to help reduce jaundice. Sunlight exposure is also said to be helpful for jaundice. Is a bilirubin level of 164 normal?Doctor's answer:
If the jaundice value reaches 12.7, it indicates a high level. Whether it is physiological or pathological jaundice, any increase suggests liver damage. Currently, there is a need for improvement and further careful examination to clarify the specific cause of the jaundice rise, followed by targeted treatment.Recommendation: Additionally, stop breastfeeding, ensure adequate sunlight exposure, and if necessary, use medication to control and adopt light therapy. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery and good health!