Question
What should parents do if their newborn’s jaundice recurs within a month after birth?
Answer
Newborn jaundice typically appears four days after birth and can be temporarily alleviated with short-term treatment using Yinjie Huang granules. However, the jaundice may recur later. In such cases, it is recommended that parents continue medication treatment for the newborn and consider blue light therapy when necessary. Additionally, it is encouraged to ensure the newborn drinks plenty of fluids, maintains regular bowel movements, and closely monitor any changes in the color of their skin and sclera. It is advised to have liver function tests performed every two weeks until the jaundice completely resolves, at which point treatment can be discontinued. During the treatment period, parents should pay attention to the newborn’s rest and appropriate activity to avoid unnecessary health risks.