Question
My child was born 11 days ago, and on the third day, the bilirubin level reached 16.5. After receiving blue light therapy, it dropped to around 10, and today, they have been discharged from the hospital and returned home. However, the child continues to be drowsy and falls asleep while breastfeeding. I am worried if there is anything abnormal.
Answer
Based on the described situation, it is recommended to observe if the child has any other abnormal symptoms, increase the child’s water intake moderately every day to aid bilirubin metabolism, and continue to monitor. Typically, children spend most of their time in a deep sleep state, aside from eating and defecating. If any abnormalities are detected, the child should be taken to a doctor for examination immediately. Moderately increasing water intake daily can help with bilirubin metabolism.