Question
How should one handle a newborn’s crying and fussiness caused by mild white matter damage from neonatal jaundice?
Answer
The child has a history of jaundice but has not received systematic treatment. Neonatal jaundice may lead to bilirubin encephalopathy, an irreversible injury. Treatment for neonatal jaundice is best done as early as possible. The child is now one year old, and it is recommended to visit a local hospital as soon as possible to assess the severity of the condition. Treatment for jaundice typically includes phototherapy and albumin therapy, with specific treatment methods chosen based on the child’s condition.