Question
What if a newborn has non-bilirubin jaundice and the situation is severe after nine days of birth? Total bilirubin is 498, direct bilirubin is 18.2, creatine kinase is 30, hemoglobin is 122, red blood cells are 3.41, and food intake is 558 ml.
Answer
Hello, based on the child’s condition you provided, the newborn has jaundice with elevated laboratory indices, and it is recommended to seek immediate medical assistance for treatment. The current recovery status of the child is not yet known. If the bilirubin index decreases, it indicates that the treatment is effective and can continue. The combination of blue light therapy also shows significant effects. Please follow the doctor’s guidance for appropriate treatment, and the prognosis is usually good.