Do newborns need treatment for physiological jaundice?

Patient's question:

The hospital said it's physiological, and they will treat the baby with blue light. The mother has already been discharged, but the baby is still in the hospital, needing seven to ten days. Is this really the case? The answer was very harsh, saying they need 600 yuan for serum.

Doctor's answer:

Neonatal jaundice refers to a condition characterized by the re-appearance of yellow discoloration of the skin, mucous membranes, and sclera during the neonatal period due to the accumulation of bilirubin in the body, leading to a decrease in blood bilirubin levels. Most cases of neonatal jaundice do not require treatment, and frequent feeding with sugar water can slow down the fading of jaundice. In severe cases, phototherapy can be used. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery, a healthy body, and a wonderful life.

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