Question
Within 72 hours of birth, a newborn develops jaundice, with a bilirubin level of 15.6, and is advised to be hospitalized. At the same time, blood tests show a low white blood cell count and a high red blood cell count. What do these test results indicate?
Answer
Redness, swelling, and peeling in newborns are mainly due to improper hygiene after excessive defecation, leading to damp-heat conditions. For jaundice, timely treatment is essential, which can include blue light therapy or oral medications. If discomfort arises, other treatment methods can be considered to help alleviate the baby’s diarrhea. In fact, neonatal jaundice is not horrible at all; as long as it is detected early and treated promptly, the chances of controlling the condition and recovery are very high.