Causes and Treatment Methods of Neonatal Jaundice

How to safely and effectively treat neonatal E. coli infection?

If a newborn’s bilirubin level reaches 254 within 48 hours of birth, it is recommended to seek professional medical assistance.

A newborn with a bilirubin level of 15 on the 11th day after birth has a hematoma on the head. After four days of blue light therapy, the bilirubin level dropped to 12, but two days after returning home, the level rose back to 15, and the hematoma slightly increased. How should it be handled?

The causes of neonatal hypoglycemia may include low glycogen storage in premature infants, diseases affecting feeding, and genetic disorders. Timely replenishment of carbohydrate substances and gradual reduction of glucose intake can prevent hypoglycemia.

The early symptoms of mild mental retardation may not appear until a child begins to walk and talk.

During the neonatal period, if the serum indirect bilirubin level increases to over 20% due to any cause, the indirect bilirubin can enter the brain tissue, causing damage to the brain and resulting in kernicterus.

Types and Impacts of Neonatal Jaundice

Neonatal echocardiography is generally safe with no known major side effects. However, any medical procedure carries a risk, though typically very low. In rare cases, infants may be sensitive to the probe or feel discomfort, but these are temporary. It’s important that echocardiography can help doctors assess neonatal heart function, detect any potential issues early, and allow for timely treatment.

High neonatal jaundice levels can lead to symptoms such as yellowing of the skin, vomiting, and drowsiness, and in severe cases, may require blood transfusion treatment.