Question
My son is 56 days old. He developed jaundice from the second day after birth (before 24 hours). At its worst, his entire body turned yellow, and his palms were affected (the soles of his feet were not). Now, at around 50 days old, the jaundice has not completely disappeared yet. The conjunctiva and face are yellow, but the palms are no longer yellow, and the skin on his body is uncertain whether it is still yellow. He is breastfed, and he takes the breast well. Occasionally, he has milk leakage and choking.
Answer
Based on the described situation, since the blood type is AB, hemolytic disease can be ruled out, and there is no need for a Coombs test. The type of jaundice is not yet specifically determined, but observation can be initiated first. The smile and walking reflexes are also within the normal range. The child is affected by neonatal physiological jaundice, so the mother must take the child to see a doctor for timely medical treatment. Avoid using drugs advertised in small advertisements blindly. It is necessary to use medication reasonably. For parents, timely attention to the child’s condition and doing everything possible to help the child receive timely treatment for the disease is crucial.