Question
How should one care for a newborn with jaundice soon after birth?
Answer
Newborn jaundice is categorized into physiological and pathological types. Physiological jaundice usually does not require special treatment and can often resolve naturally within two weeks. During care, attention should be given to keeping the baby warm, initiating breastfeeding early, ensuring adequate water and energy intake, and promoting the excretion of meconium. If the jaundice is severe or persistent, it may indicate pathological jaundice, which requires timely medical attention and treatment such as phototherapy. Parents should closely monitor the baby’s bilirubin levels and follow medical instructions for corresponding care and treatment.