Question
The baby is one month old and has recently been diagnosed with jaundice. How should this be handled?
Answer
Firstly, it is important to determine the type of jaundice the baby has. If it is physiological jaundice, it generally does not require treatment and will fade on its own after a period of time. If it is pathological jaundice, it usually requires blue light therapy or intravenous injection of immunoglobulin. The specific treatment plan should follow the doctor’s advice. Different causes can lead to different symptoms, so patients should go to a regular three-level hospital for a comprehensive examination as soon as possible for targeted treatment. In addition, patients need to maintain regular work and rest times, pay attention to cold prevention and warmth, and eat more light and soft foods. They should also ventilate frequently and drink plenty of hot water.