Question
At 32 days old, a newborn’s bilirubin level has reached 20. Is this normal?
Answer
When a newborn reaches 32 days and their bilirubin level is as high as 20, this is relatively elevated. The jaundice in this case is primarily breast milk jaundice, which should normally be below 7. It is recommended to seek hospital treatment with phototherapy to help recover more quickly. Additionally, this may be due to breast milk jaundice syndrome or other pathological factors. It’s important to first determine the cause and then choose the appropriate treatment plan.