How to prevent neonatal jaundice

How to prevent neonatal jaundice

The following points should be noted in the prevention of neonatal jaundice:

1. Neonatal jaundice is often caused by the invasion of damp heat by pregnant mothers, which affects the fetus and causes neonatal jaundice after the fetus is born. Therefore, during pregnancy, pregnant mothers should pay attention to eating in moderation, not eating raw or cold food, not being too hungry or too full, and avoid alcohol and spicy food to prevent damage to the spleen and stomach.

2. If the mother has given birth to a baby with neonatal jaundice, she should take preventive measures during pregnancy and take Chinese medicine on time.

3. Closely observe the scleral jaundice of the newborn after birth. If jaundice is found, it should be treated as soon as possible, and the color changes of jaundice should be observed to understand the progress of jaundice.

4. Pay attention to observe the systemic symptoms of neonatal jaundice, such as mental depression, drowsiness, difficulty sucking, restlessness, strabismus, limb rigidity or convulsions, so as to detect and treat seriously ill children early.

5. Closely observe changes in heart rate, heart sounds, anemia level and liver size to prevent and treat heart failure at an early stage.

6. Pay attention to protecting the newborn's skin, navel and buttocks clean to prevent damage and infection.

7. When blood exchange therapy is needed, the air in the ward should be disinfected in time, blood and various medicines and items should be prepared, and the operating procedures should be strictly followed.

To prevent neonatal jaundice, parents should do

1. A little trick - start breastfeeding within 30 minutes as soon as possible, because colostrum has a slight laxative effect, which can facilitate the excretion of meconium, reduce the bilirubin content in the baby's body, and alleviate neonatal jaundice.

2. Tips: Observe more often or measure frequently under natural light to observe the degree of yellowing of the baby's skin. Mild: Only the face is yellowed, which can be observed at home; Moderate: The skin of the trunk is yellowed; Severe: The limbs and palms and soles are also yellowed, then it is necessary to go to the hospital for testing.

3. Tips: No need to draw blood, you can use a transcutaneous jaundice meter to measure. If the doctor thinks the jaundice is severe, he will recommend a blood test.

4. Tips: When eating and drinking, pay attention to feeding some glucose water, which is a diuretic and can promote the excretion of bilirubin, but be careful not to feed it for a long time. Use lactic acid bacteria preparations under the guidance of a doctor to promote the early excretion of meconium. Drink Chinese medicine under the guidance of a doctor to reduce jaundice.

5. Tips: Observe the diaper when defecating or urinating. If you find that the diaper is dyed yellow by urine, seek medical attention immediately.

If you find that your stool is white clay-colored, seek medical attention immediately.

6. Tips: Care should be active and baby massage should be done frequently, which can promote blood circulation and reduce jaundice. Professional baby swimming can also help reduce jaundice.

7. Don’t panic if jaundice lasts longer. The order in which jaundice disappears is: starting from the trunk and finally to the face. As long as the jaundice is disappearing, parents should not worry too much.