Question
The newborn developed mild jaundice on the third day after birth and the level was around ten on the fourth day, while continuing to take medication. However, by the eighth day, the jaundice condition had not improved. Should I continue taking the medication or go to the hospital for further examination?
Answer
Neonatal physiological jaundice typically reaches its peak around one week after birth, so it is normal for the jaundice to not improve by the eighth day. It is recommended to bring the child to the hospital for a liver function test and consult with a pediatrician for a detailed diagnosis. If the level of jaundice is not severe, oral administration of Yinzhu Huang Granules can be continued. If the condition is severe, it may require combined treatment with blue light therapy. Wishing the baby a speedy recovery!