Question
I am 26 years old. Today, I gave birth to a baby. The baby was fine for the first two days. But on the third day, the doctor said the baby had a bit of jaundice. The level of jaundice is 18.6. I’m a bit worried. I would like to ask, is 18.6 level of newborn jaundice severe?
Answer
If a newborn’s jaundice level is 18.6, it is still relatively high. Newborns will experience a period of jaundice after birth, with the level rising within 2-3 days and subsiding within 2-3 weeks. It is recommended to closely monitor the newborn’s jaundice levels during this period. If the levels continue to rise, it is advisable to find the cause of the jaundice, such as hemolytic conditions, gallbladder abnormalities, or inflammatory infections. Only through targeted treatment and administration of antijudic drugs can jaundice be thoroughly treated.