Question
How many days of blue light therapy does a neonate with jaundice need?
Answer
Based on your description, if a neonate has severe jaundice, blue light treatment may be necessary. Generally, children require about five days of blue light therapy. The specific exposure time should be determined based on the baby’s condition. Typically, if the baby’s jaundice does not subside within two weeks, a blood test is needed to decide whether treatment is required. Therefore, parents should not worry too much; neonatal jaundice is a normal phenomenon. Please actively cooperate with the doctor’s treatment.