Newborn jaundice can be either physiological or pathological. Physiological jaundice usually subsides within 7-14 days after full-term birth, while premature infants may take 2-3 weeks to recover. If jaundice persists, further examination and treatment, including blue light therapy, may be necessary.
A newborn’s transcutaneous bilirubin test index reached 18 on the second day after birth. The mother has O-negative blood type, and the child has B-positive blood type. The baby is taking a herba artemisiae annua medication, and the doctor recommends hospitalization. The child’s older sister experienced similar symptoms and they subsided on their own. Questions include whether blue light therapy is needed, how to diagnose hemolytic jaundice, and where to conduct liver function tests.
My newborn is 30 days old, and their bilirubin level was normal on the 8th day. But what is the current bilirubin level? If it’s above ten, it may indicate pathological jaundice.
A newborn’s blue lips may indicate subcutaneous hemorrhage, which generally does not require treatment. However, severe hematoma may necessitate aspiration or incision.
A newborn’s blue lips may indicate poor lung function and oxygen deficiency, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly and rest well.
A 28-day-old newborn, breastfed, suddenly experiences an increase in stool frequency, loose texture, and an acidic taste. How should one handle this situation?
At ten days old, a newborn’s stool frequency is sparse, occurring every three days. Is it constipation? How can it be determined?
A newborn’s stool turning dark green with milk curds and vomiting may be symptoms of dyspepsia.
If a newborn’s thyroid hormone test results are abnormal, timely retesting and possibly medication treatment are necessary to avoid permanent damage to the nervous system.
The right index finger toe nail of a newborn hasn’t grown out, and there are two nail spurs on either side of the index finger. The nail does not affect balance function, whether it will grow out is uncertain, and this condition is rarely seen in clinical practice. Moreover, the specific cause of your child is not clear, so there is no treatment issue yet.
