Question
How to manage a 14-day-old baby with a jaundice level of 350 and fever?
Answer
The child, born 14 days ago, had a bilirubin level of 350 and a fever of 38.3°C. After being hospitalized and taking medication, the child’s temperature dropped to around 37.3°C on the third day, and the jaundice level decreased to 170. The pediatrician mentioned that the bilirubin levels were still high and prescribed antibiotics. I inquired if the child still needed to stay in the hospital.