Question
A newborn has reached a jaundice level of 300 after 14 days of birth. Does this value indicate an abnormal jaundice condition in the newborn?
Answer
A newborn’s jaundice level reaching 300 indeed may suggest an abnormal jaundice condition. Pathological jaundice is a disease caused by various factors, commonly including hemolytic jaundice, infectious jaundice, obstructive jaundice, and breast milk jaundice. In a hospital setting, blue light therapy or medication is typically used to reduce the jaundice. The normal jaundice levels for full-term infants differ from those for premature infants. It is recommended that parents consult with a doctor to understand the specific situation of their baby and the required treatment methods.