Question
My baby was recently diagnosed with jaundice and is currently undergoing blue light therapy. I am worried about potential side effects. What should I do if the newborn jaundice does not improve?
Answer
Jaundice can be either physiological or pathological, and it is a normal phenomenon in newborns. Physiological jaundice is mainly caused by an excess of bilirubin due to the underdeveloped liver enzyme system, leading to the accumulation of bilirubin in the blood. Physiological jaundice usually diminishes gradually within a month after birth, while pathological jaundice tends to worsen over time. It is recommended to undergo hemolysis-related tests and use Astragalus biloba granules to promote recovery. Patients should seek systematic examinations at a regular hospital as soon as possible based on their own condition for symptomatic treatment and rapid recovery.