Question
The baby was born over ten days ago and was treated in the intensive care unit for pneumonia, with family members unable to visit. Recently, upon returning home, the family noticed that the baby’s skin had developed a jaundice-like appearance, and considering the previous history of pneumonia, they are deeply concerned. Question: Can neonatal jaundice have an impact on the baby’s health?
Answer
In light of your description, it is suspected that this may be due to a low drug dosage, a situation that typically would not harm the baby’s health but might result in a less effective treatment. Generally, a slightly low drug dosage does not cause issues, as long as it is not significantly insufficient, there is no need to be overly worried. Additionally, during the treatment of neonatal jaundice, the patient’s diet and care are also extremely important. It is recommended to consume vitamins, prevent diarrhea, and maintain a light diet to avoid unnecessary health risks. I hope these suggestions will be helpful to you.