Question
The neonatal jaundice persists despite treatment, with the jaundice index remaining high. The baby has not been vaccinated as it has not yet been one month old. Treatment details: hospitalized for one week, undergone blue light therapy three times, with the jaundice index dropping from 330 to 170, but the effect is not significant. After returning home four days later, the baby has not defecated, and expert advice is sought.
Answer
The neonatal jaundice index remains elevated and requires continued blue light therapy. The number of treatments (three times) is insufficient; the jaundice index should drop below 25. Prolonged jaundice duration is harmful to the liver, and it is recommended to switch to another hospital for continued blue light therapy. Additionally, taking Silymarin and probiotics can help expel jaundice and alleviate nausea and vomiting symptoms. The key point is that the jaundice index remains high.