Question
What should I do if my newborn’s jaundice level reaches 17 on the second day?
Answer
A newborn with a jaundice level of 17 on the third day was diagnosed with hemolytic jaundice and was hospitalized for six days to receive albumin infusion and blue light therapy. The jaundice level was reduced to 12 upon discharge, but it rose to 15 two days after returning home, despite continuing to use Yinzhi Huang and sunlight therapy. If the jaundice level stops rising, you can continue using Yinzhi Huang and sunlight therapy while closely monitoring. If the jaundice level continues to rise, it is necessary to return to the hospital for blue light therapy. I hope these suggestions are helpful to you, and wish you good health!