Does a Newborn with Elevated Jaundice Need Hospital Treatment?

Question

The transcutaneous bilirubin level of a newborn on the third day after birth is 6.1, and no medication has been administered. Later on the same day, the bilirubin level rises. The doctor recommends blue light therapy and hospital observation. Should a newborn with elevated jaundice levels require hospital treatment?

Answer

The third day after birth is typically when the jaundice level in newborns reaches its peak, and treatment methods such as Barberry Extract should be considered at this time. It is recommended to use Barberry Extract and Bifidobacterium Powder for the baby, and to encourage the baby to drink glucose water more often, and to expose the baby to sunlight appropriately, as these measures can help lower the bilirubin level. The treatment for newborn jaundice should be based on the doctor’s professional judgment, and hospitalization for blue light therapy is a common approach if the bilirubin level is too high. Parents should follow medical instructions, closely monitor their baby’s jaundice changes, and cooperate with the medical team.