Question
My baby is 13 days old and has a jaundice index of 155. The highest value is 19.8 in the lumbar region and 17.8 in the head. After one day of phototherapy, the index dropped to 15. Can we be discharged after another day?
Answer
Jaundice is quite common in newborns, with most cases being physiological jaundice. For physiological jaundice, it is recommended to start breastfeeding as soon as possible. If jaundice occurs within 24 hours after birth and does not subside within 2-3 weeks, it may be pathological jaundice, and it is advisable to seek medical attention for phototherapy or traditional Chinese medicine treatment. Wishing your baby a healthy growth!