Question
My baby’s face has turned yellow over the past two days. Family members say it’s jaundice. Then some say it’s physiological jaundice and doesn’t require medication. Should a newborn take medicine for jaundice?
Answer
Hello. It’s common for newborns to experience physiological jaundice after birth, usually within the first 2 days, and it tends to gradually fade away by the 7th day. It’s advisable to observe the situation for a few days. If the jaundice persists for a long time, it should be taken to a hospital for examination. In cases of pathological jaundice, medication should be administered to the child, such as anti-jaundice drugs or blue light therapy. Ensuring the child drinks some glucose water appropriately can also help alleviate the jaundice.