Question
My baby’s bilirubin level was 11 on the second day after birth, 13 on the third day, and 15 on the fourth day. Is this normal? My son’s bilirubin levels were 9.4 at the head and 9.1 at the chest yesterday. Are they within the normal range? Urgent! Thank you!
Answer
Newborns are prone to jaundice, sometimes even before they are discharged from the hospital, and sometimes it appears a few days after home. Therefore, mothers need to be vigilant. Jaundice is one of the common diseases in newborns, categorized into physiological and pathological types. If it exceeds the physiological jaundice range, it may be pathological jaundice, and immediate medical examination is required. Mothers should pay special attention to their baby’s skin color changes after returning home and seek medical attention immediately if any abnormalities are detected. Experts believe that jaundice that exceeds the physiological range should be taken seriously.