Question
How to handle a newborn’s jaundice index of 9?
Answer
Based on the provided test results, there is no need to take medication immediately, and it is recommended to undergo regular follow-ups. The index is significantly higher than the normal value. Generally, a newborn’s jaundice index should decrease around 10 days after birth. Most newborns’ jaundice is mainly due to indirect bilirubin elevation and may require blue light therapy, supplemented by treatments like Yinzhuang Huang and Mami Ai. In some cases, if direct bilirubin levels are elevated, it may be necessary to consider biliary atresia and undergo necessary examinations and surgery.