Question
Female, 25 years old, just gave birth and found that her child has jaundice. What medicine can be taken to alleviate neonatal jaundice?
Answer
Neonatal jaundice can be categorized into physiological jaundice and pathological jaundice, which further divides into mild, moderate, or severe cases. As long as the baby is in good spirits and feeding well, oral Bupleurum Granules can be administered. It’s crucial to ensure the baby gets plenty of sunlight exposure. The key is to consistently monitor the baby’s mental and feeding status; if there are signs of poor spirit or feeding, blue light therapy should be adopted to primarily prevent bilirubin encephalopathy. Moreover, patients should develop regular lifestyle habits and persist with treatment.