Patient's question:
My baby developed jaundice again just a few days after birth. The skin turned yellow all over, and she had a fever. She cried all day long and seemed unsure how to drink milk. She looked listless, and her overall condition felt very poor. I want to get this illness treated quickly. Can newborns with jaundice that doesn't go away still receive vaccinations?Doctor's answer:
Newborn jaundice cannot receive vaccinations because jaundice is caused by an excessively high concentration of serum bilirubin in the blood. There is no vaccine that can prevent or treat jaundice. It is necessary to promptly visit a hospital for a thorough examination of bilirubin levels and then receive treatment based on the specific situation. In severe cases, phototherapy may be required. If it is not severe, oral medication such as Yinzhihuang Oral Liquid can be taken, along with drinking plenty of warm water. Adding a sufficient amount of glucose to the warm water can also be helpful. It is recommended to expose the baby to sunlight at fixed times and locations daily.