Question
My baby is just three days old, and on the second day, their little face started to turn yellow and it’s getting more and more yellow. The doctor said it’s physiological jaundice, and suggested giving the baby more water and more sun exposure to help fade the jaundice. I’ve heard that giving the baby glucose water can help fade the jaundice, but I’m not sure if it’s okay to drink it.
Answer
Jaundice is divided into physiological jaundice and pathological jaundice. Physiological jaundice usually resolves naturally within half a month after birth, while pathological jaundice is generally seen in cases of breast milk jaundice, liver and gallbladder diseases, and other diseases. If your baby has physiological jaundice, you can help fade the jaundice by giving them more water and more sun exposure. Regarding whether drinking glucose water can help fade the jaundice, it can be taken in moderation, but it is still necessary to receive regular treatment. It is recommended to visit the hospital for a diagnosis, and after a clear diagnosis, take oral medication combined with blue light therapy to prevent bilirubin encephalopathy, and regularly check for progress. It is also appropriate to increase probiotics.