Question
My baby was born a few days ago, and initially, the yellowing wasn’t too noticeable. However, the jaundice hasn’t subsided. On the seventh day, the jaundice level was 160. Is this normal? Do I need to take medication? I want to know how to treat a baby’s jaundice at 160?
Answer
The level is higher than the normal range. You should go to a pediatric department of a hospital for a check-up. Medications such as herbal oral liquids can be taken according to the condition. Treatment should be carried out as instructed by the doctor. Blue light therapy can be used to promote the early excretion of bilirubin from the body. This helps prevent potential damage to brain cells from excessively high bilirubin levels. It’s also recommended to expose the baby to sunlight regularly, usually in the morning. Be careful not to let direct sunlight hit the baby’s eyes.