Question
The newborn has had jaundice for 30 days. Is it effective to drink Yin Chen water, and do I need to go to the hospital?
Answer
If the baby has mild jaundice, it is hoped that drinking Yin Chen water may help. The main purpose is to alleviate jaundice. The key is to find the cause and treat the baby accordingly. If it is caused by bacterial infection, cephalosporin drugs should be used, with medication lasting at least one week. For viral infections, valganciclovir should be used; for cytomegalovirus infections, two to three treatment courses are required. If the jaundice is caused by breastfeeding, breastfeeding should be stopped for three days.