Question
On the sixth day after birth, the jaundice index measured shows 15.3 on the forehead, 15.3 on the chest, 16 on the abdomen, and 10.8 on the legs. Can medication treatment be administered?
Answer
Newborn jaundice refers to a condition where newborns experience elevated bilirubin levels in the blood due to abnormal bilirubin metabolism after birth, leading to yellowing of the skin, mucous membranes, and sclerae. It is one of the most common clinical issues in newborns. According to the measurement data you provided, the newborn’s jaundice index indicates pathological jaundice, and it is recommended to use blue light therapy to reduce the level of jaundice rather than medication treatment. Blue light therapy is a safe and effective treatment method that can help newborns recover quickly to good health.