Question
A newborn was found to have a jaundice index of 16 during a hospital check-up and is currently undergoing medication treatment. The parents want to know if such a jaundice index is considered severe.
Answer
Based on your description, a newborn’s jaundice index of 16 indeed falls within the category of pathological jaundice. In this case, it is typically recommended to administer anti-jaundice medication and, under appropriate weather conditions, to expose the baby to sunlight to promote the fading of jaundice. At the same time, regular monitoring of bilirubin levels is necessary; if bilirubin levels are too high, hospitalization for further treatment, including blue light therapy, may be required. Given the higher jaundice index indicated by the test results, it is advisable to actively cooperate with the hospital doctors and follow their treatment plan.