Question
My newborn’s jaundice index has reached 14. The doctor said it might be too high. What could be the situation?
Answer
Given that the index exceeds the physiological jaundice level, it is recommended to undergo a serum bilirubin test to avoid the risks associated with pathological jaundice. Treatment measures may include blue light therapy, maintaining smooth bowel movements, protecting the liver, ensuring proper warmth, and providing adequate nutrition. It is important to actively seek potential underlying causes, such as infectious jaundice, non-infectious jaundice, or breastmilk jaundice.