Question
Doctor, my daughter is 14 days old, and her white of the eyes is a bit yellow. Do I need to take medicine? Do I need to go to the hospital?
Answer
Hello, newborn jaundice can be either physiological or pathological. If it’s pathological, it requires active treatment. Currently, it’s best to observe the baby’s condition. Normal jaundice usually completely resolves within half a month to twenty days, fading gradually. Therefore, observation is necessary; if the jaundice does not change or worsens, you should seek medical attention promptly. Phototherapy can be used to thoroughly treat the jaundice. It is recommended to go to a better hospital for medical treatment, as good hospitals are all quite reliable.