Questions
My daughter is almost 50 days old. During the community vaccination, I was informed that her jaundice had not subsided and she was unable to receive the vaccine. I have taken her to the hospital for re-examination, and her skin and liver function indices were high. Some doctors suggested hospitalization, while others recommended stopping breastfeeding and taking glucose to observe. After stopping breastfeeding for several days, the jaundice condition slightly improved, but it had not completely subsided. At 45 days, I sought medical advice again. After observation, the doctor said that the indices had decreased but were still high, and suggested continuing treatment with Barberry extract. Currently, my daughter still has a slight jaundice on her cheeks, and I don’t know how to handle it. I hope to get expert help to determine the cause and provide solutions.
Answers
Firstly, it is important to confirm the nature of the jaundice, whether it is pathological or physiological. Pathological jaundice requires timely treatment to avoid potential impacts on the child’s growth and development. Physiological jaundice does not need to be overly concerned about, as it generally does not cause adverse effects on the child. According to the description, the child’s jaundice may be related to breastfeeding, and it can be tried to give the child glucose water and vitamin C to help fade the jaundice. If the jaundice index exceeds 200, blue light therapy may need to be considered. It is recommended to seek professional medical advice to determine the cause and treatment plan.