Question
My child was diagnosed with slightly elevated jaundice shortly after birth. The levels went down after taking medication for a few days. Do I still need to be diligent about taking the medicine to stabilize it? What is the best treatment for neonatal jaundice?
Answer
The mother is O-negative blood type, and the child is prone to hemolytic anemia, which manifests as prominent jaundice. By the third day, the baby’s bilirubin level has reached 11.1, which is considered high. In such cases, it is not enough to simply take indigo naturalis; hospitalization for careful observation is necessary, and blue light therapy or phototherapy may be required. It is recommended that you go to the hospital for a detailed check-up and treatment as soon as possible. When patients face the dangers of neonatal jaundice, we should actively implement detailed examinations and treatment without hesitation. If neonatal jaundice does not improve despite treatment, it is important to change the treatment plan promptly.