Is a Newborn Jaundice Level of 15 Milligrams per Deciliter Severe?

Newborn jaundice refers to the condition during the neonatal period where an abnormal metabolism of bilirubin leads to elevated bilirubin levels in the blood, resulting in yellowing of the skin, mucous membranes, and sclerae. This is one of the most common clinical issues in newborns. The disease can be categorized into physiological and pathological types. Currently, the bilirubin index for a newborn on the sixth day of life is 15 milligrams per deciliter. Considering pathological jaundice, blue light therapy may be required. It is recommended to undergo treatment under a doctor’s guidance and closely monitor changes in the bilirubin index.
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