Question
How is neonatal jaundice treated? Is the incidence of jaundice in newborns really that high? Will the child still have this condition when they grow up?
Answer
Neonatal jaundice needs to be differentiated between physiological jaundice and pathological jaundice. Physiological jaundice can usually be managed through sunlight exposure and regular monitoring of bilirubin levels. Pathological jaundice, on the other hand, requires hospitalization and treatment, which includes phototherapy. In cases where bilirubin levels are extremely high, further special treatment may be needed to address hemolysis or other specific conditions.