Question
The newborn’s entire body and eyes appear yellowish, and the doctor has diagnosed it as jaundice. The doctor suggests exposing the baby to sunlight, but the parents are skeptical about the effectiveness. They hope to understand the appropriate treatment methods for neonatal jaundice.
Answer
If a newborn shows signs of jaundice within 24 hours of birth, it should be considered pathological jaundice and requires treatment at a higher-level hospital. Pathological jaundice is often related to the mother’s blood type, and if the mother is O-type and the child is A-type or B-type, the risk of pathological jaundice is higher. It is recommended to go to the hospital for examination and treatment based on the specific situation. In medical institutions, methods such as intravenous therapy and blue light therapy are usually employed for treatment.