Question
What are the reasons for excessive eye discharge and high jaundice in newborns?
Answer
The doctor mentioned that the baby’s jaundice levels are slightly elevated, suggesting a high possibility of chronic dacryocystitis. Here are some recommendations: 1. Apply Tobramycin eye drops three times a day, and apply erythromycin ointment before bedtime. 2. Pay attention to eye hygiene, using sanitized soft cloths to clean the eye secretions. 3. Be cautious with new complementary foods, avoiding spicy or irritating food. 4. If necessary, consider hospital irrigation, but not too frequently to avoid harming the underdeveloped nasolacrimal ducts.