Question
The neonate has developed jaundice that has persisted for half a month without any signs of improvement. The bilirubin level is 12.3, and the infant is primarily breastfed but has a low defecation frequency, approximately once every four to five days. Despite continuous administration of jaundice treatment medication, the effect is not significant. Additionally, the infant’s eyes continue to tear, with yellowish eye discharge, which may be related to the mother’s gynecological inflammation or nasolacrimal duct obstruction. What are the possible causes and coping methods for neonatal jaundice that persists without improvement?
Answer
The persistent neonatal jaundice may be related to various factors, including breastfeeding and low defecation frequency. It is recommended to adopt hyperbaric oxygen therapy and other physical therapy methods, while ensuring that the infant consumes sufficiently and is exposed to sunlight to promote bilirubin metabolism. For the eyes…