Is neonatal jaundice 230μmol/L serious?

Is neonatal jaundice 230μmol/L serious?

1. Jaundice 230 refers to a serum bilirubin concentration of 230 μmol/L. The serum bilirubin concentration of a newborn is generally 230 μmol/L, which is not serious. The specific situation requires specific analysis.

2. Neonatal jaundice is one of the most common diseases in newborns. In the first few days or weeks after the birth of a newborn, due to the incomplete development of bilirubin metabolism and excretion mechanisms, bilirubin accumulates in the body, causing yellowing of the skin and eyes. Clinically, a serum bilirubin concentration of less than 230 μmol is mild jaundice, 230-340 μmol/L is moderate jaundice, and more than 340 μmol/L is severe jaundice. Therefore, a neonatal serum bilirubin concentration of 230 μmol/L is not serious. It can be seen that a bilirubin level of 230 μmol/L is not serious. However, if the baby is born with the mother's inheritance and the bilirubin level continues to increase, special attention should be paid. For severe neonatal jaundice, hospitalization is required. Treatment methods include: phototherapy, exchange transfusion therapy, and drug therapy.

3. Newborns are relatively weak, and insufficient nutrition in diet can easily lead to low immunity, which in turn leads to changes in bilirubin levels. Newborns can be exposed to more sunlight and given more calcium. Newborns are too small and their body functions are not fully developed, which leads to the accumulation of bilirubin in the body and makes it difficult to metabolize and excrete. Breastfeeding can promote the excretion of bilirubin.

4. If neonatal jaundice reaches 230μmol/L, parents should pay close attention to the baby's condition, seek medical treatment in time, and accept the doctor's treatment and guidance to ensure that the baby can grow and develop healthily.