Question
How much does neonatal jaundice phototherapy cost? How many days of treatment are needed?
Answer
Neonatal jaundice can be treated with blue light therapy at the hospital. Generally, it requires hospitalization for 3 to 5 days. The cost of the blue light therapy is not high. During treatment, liver function and blood routine tests may be required. Costs vary by hospital, so specific details should be consulted with the hospital. Typically, continuous blue light therapy is needed for about a week. If the condition worsens, blood transfusion treatment may be necessary. Blood tests at the hospital are required to determine bilirubin levels.