Treatment of neonatal jaundice

Neonatal jaundice requires appropriate treatment measures based on the specific situation, and medical treatment should be sought promptly if the condition is serious.

Jaundice is caused by the increase of bilirubin levels in the body, which causes the skin and sclera to appear yellow. Neonatal jaundice is divided into physiological and pathological types. Physiological jaundice is more common 2-3 days after birth and generally disappears on its own within 1-2 weeks, while pathological jaundice may be related to hemolysis, infection or abnormal liver function and requires special attention.

If it is mild physiological jaundice, increasing the number of breastfeeding times can help bilirubin metabolism. It is recommended to breastfeed every 2-3 hours. Sunlight exposure can also help relieve jaundice. Be careful to block direct sunlight to protect the baby's skin. If it is pathological jaundice, you may need to receive blue light therapy under the guidance of a doctor, or exchange blood therapy in severe cases.

Parents need to closely observe whether the jaundice continues to worsen or whether the baby develops symptoms such as lethargy, refusal to breastfeed, etc. If the jaundice is severe or lasts for too long, the baby should be taken to the hospital for examination in time to complete blood and liver and gallbladder examinations to avoid complications such as bilirubin encephalopathy.