Question
My son is 17 days old and has recently developed jaundice. I’m not sure how to treat it and am worried about its severity. Do I need to use any medications? Is it easy to treat? How serious is the treatment for neonatal jaundice?
Answer
Hello! The 17-day-old child is suffering from pathological jaundice. The current jaundice is classified as pathological. If the jaundice is severe, blue light therapy is required and may need to be repeated. If there are infection factors, antibiotics or antiviral medications may be necessary. Jaundice is common in newborns and should be treated promptly. Please rest assured and wish your child a healthy growth!