Question
My baby is 11 days old and her bilirubin level has reached 14.7. Does she need to be hospitalized? Can jaundice affect the baby?
Answer
At 11 days old, a bilirubin level of 14.7 is not too high. It is necessary to receive timely treatment, which may include taking antijaundice medication, drinking glucose water, probiotics, and maintaining treatment for 3 days for observation. Severe cases may require phototherapy.