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Jaundice (Baby)

Jaundice (Baby) - How to prevent?

Jaundice (Baby) - Causes and Risk Factors

Jaundice (Baby) - Diagnosis

Jaundice (Baby) - Treatments

How Is Jaundice Treated?

If your baby's bilirubin level is high, he will need to be admitted to the hospital for phototherapy. This is done by placing your unclothed baby under special lights.

Phototherapy will lower the bilirubin level. The level at which jaundice is treated is significantly lower than those at which brain damage is a concern and treatment can help prevent the harmful effects of jaundice.

However, in some occasions, the level of jaundice may be so high that phototherapy may not be effective. A special procedure known as exchange transfusion might then be necessary.

Putting your baby in sunlight is not recommended. It does not reduce the jaundice level effectively. Moreover, newborns should never be placed under direct sunlight as they might be overheated.

When Does Jaundice Go Away?

In breastfed infants, jaundice often lasts for more than 2 to 3 weeks. In formula-fed infants, most jaundice will disappear by 2 weeks.

Please consult your doctor if your baby is jaundiced for more than 2 weeks.

Jaundice (Baby) - Preparing for surgery

Jaundice (Baby) - Post-surgery care

Jaundice (Baby) - Other Information

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