Question
The baby is one month old and has jaundice, but the results from two hospitals are different. One says the condition is pathological and suggests hospitalization, while the other believes it’s breast milk jaundice. The average jaundice level is 12. After stopping breastfeeding, exposing to sunlight, and taking medication, the jaundice decreased by 2.
Answer
Just based on the numbers, it seems to exceed the diagnostic criteria for pathological jaundice. Is the baby currently on exclusive breastfeeding? If the baby is currently on exclusive breastfeeding, and if there’s no indication of breast milk jaundice, you can stop breastfeeding for two days to see if the jaundice decreases. If it doesn’t decrease, it’s advisable to actively seek a follow-up consultation to clearly determine the cause and address it accordingly.