Question
How should we quickly reduce the fever in newborns with jaundice? Can medication treatment be used to manage the condition?
Answer
When a newborn’s jaundice index is high, the main treatment methods include blue light therapy combined with medication, or the administration of anti-jaundice drugs. As long as the jaundice index can be reduced in a timely manner, there is no need to worry excessively. The key is to prevent severe complications such as bilirubin encephalopathy or kernicterus. In extreme cases, blood exchange therapy may be necessary. It is important to note that jaundice itself does not cause fever. The random use of medication may lead to an increase in bilirubin levels, thereby exacerbating the newborn’s jaundice symptoms. Therefore, it is recommended that parents do not administer medication treatment without consulting a healthcare professional.