Question
The newborn was born 4 days ago, and the hospital informed us that the bilirubin level exceeded 280. Is phototherapy necessary? Can oral Barberry Extract Granules be taken? What were the past treatment situations and outcomes? What kind of help is needed?
Answer
Physiological jaundice in newborns usually appears 2-3 days after birth, reaches its peak at 4-5 days, and disappears naturally within two weeks. The serum bilirubin level in full-term infants should be below 221 umol/L. However, when the bilirubin level is too high, it may cause damage to the child’s nervous system and brain. For safety reasons, it is recommended to undergo phototherapy to help break down bilirubin in the body’s metabolism.