Question
How should one treat neonatal jaundice when the bilirubin index is too high? The bilirubin level reached 15.2 on the fourth day after birth, with 15 on the chest and 12.5 on the legs. Ten days earlier, the measurement was above 16, although there was a slight decrease, it is still high. Both parents have O-type blood, and the baby had jaundice symptoms at birth.
Answer
Hello! Neonatal bilirubin levels are naturally higher, and they are considered normal if they do not exceed 13.5 during the peak period of 10 days. However, your baby reached 14.4 on the fourth day after birth, accompanied by several elevated liver and gallbladder function indices, which may be related to congenital liver and gallbladder inflammation. It is recommended to follow medical instructions for treatment. Additionally, during the treatment period, the diet and care of neonates with jaundice are equally important. Ensure that the baby gets adequate rest and appropriate activity to avoid unnecessary harm. I hope this information is helpful to you.