Question
What is the average normal value for newborn jaundice? For a 23-day-old infant fed exclusively on breast milk with a forehead jaundice level of 12.7, is it necessary to stop breastfeeding? Does drinking glucose water and sunbathing help jaundice to subside?
Answer
If the newborn jaundice level exceeds 17.1 mmol/l, it may indicate the presence of jaundice. For slightly elevated levels, blue light therapy and oral traditional Chinese medicine can be used to control the condition. Sunbathing is also an effective auxiliary method. If it is breastfeeding-related jaundice, stopping breastfeeding for three days may have a significant effect. It is recommended to seek pediatric professional consultation, follow medical instructions for treatment, and strengthen daily care, such as frequent sunbathing, avoiding unnecessary breastfeeding interruptions, and considering the use of formula milk.