Question
The doctor said the baby’s jaundice was within the normal physiological range when the baby was discharged, but today, during the health check-up, the baby’s forehead reading was 14.1Mg, the face was 15.3Mg, and the chest was 17.7Mg. What is the normal range for high jaundice in babies?
Answer
Physiological jaundice is caused by the metabolic characteristics of bilirubin in children’s bodies. Approximately 50% to 60% of full-term infants and 80% of premature infants will experience physiological jaundice. Its characteristics are: (1) generally in good condition; (2) jaundice appears 4 to 5 days after birth, reaches its peak at 4 to 5 days, and does not exceed 2 weeks; for premature infants, jaundice appears more than 3 to 5 days after birth, reaches its peak at 5 to 7 days, and disappears after 7 to 9 days; it can be delayed to up to 4 weeks; (3) serum bilirubin increases by 2mg/dL per day, and for premature infants, it is greater than 4 weeks; (4) jaundice may fade and recur; (5) serum conjugated bilirubin >34Umol/L (2mg/dL). Based on the provided information, it can be seen that the baby’s forehead jaundice value is 14.1Mg, the face is 15.3Mg, and the chest is 17.7Mg. However, it must be noted that the range of jaundice values is influenced by various factors such as the baby’s age, health status, and other related factors. Therefore, it is recommended that you consult a professional doctor for a more accurate assessment and advice.