Question
An 18-day-old baby’s jaundice has not receded, and they have been taking jaundice-reducing medicine for 6 days. Although there is a slight improvement, the whites of the eyes are still yellow. Inquire whether to be concerned and whether further medical assistance is needed.
Answer
The baby began showing symptoms of yellowing of the face, gums, and whites of the eyes on the 7th day after birth. After 6 days of medication, although the jaundice has improved somewhat, there is still slight yellowing in the whites of the eyes. It is recommended to go to the hospital for professional treatment immediately, as prolonged jaundice may affect the baby’s nervous system development. Treatment methods may include blue light therapy, liver enzyme inducers, and maintaining bowel regularity.