Question
At 19 days old, does a newborn with jaundice need blue light therapy? If so, how many days of treatment is typically required?
Answer
A newborn with persistent jaundice for 19 days indeed requires medical intervention. Blue light therapy is a common treatment method, a safe and physical therapeutic approach. During the treatment process, it may also be accompanied by intravenous albumin infusion or blood exchange therapy. The duration of blue light therapy usually ranges from 7 to 14 days, but for pathological jaundice, the hospital stay may be shortened. It is recommended that parents communicate their child’s specific situation with the doctor in detail to develop the most appropriate treatment plan.