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Mom of 2 children2 years ago

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#AskTheExpert M newborn baby who is 9 days old has a bilirubin level of 17.15. Do we need to hospitalised for phototherapy ?

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AishwaryaGuardian of a 3 yr old boy2 years ago

A. The normal range should less than 12. The number that you have shares lies on the higher side. Better to admit in the hospital. Besides that give only exclusive breastfeeding. Keep the light above the baby head. Put the baby in the sunlight between 7 to 8 am IST.

Sarika guptaMom of 2 children2 years ago

A. Hello there ma’am please do not worry about it too much and yea the level is on higher side and as per my knowledge we should go for photo therapy when it cross the 15z still follow your doctor instructions. Take care

AnamGuardian of a 6 yr old girl2 years ago

A. U need to check with baby doctor

JebaMom of 2 children2 years ago

A. yes. consult ur pediatrician and follow the guidelines

Srishti DeependraMom of a 2 yr 9 m old child2 years ago

A. hey don't wait just consult doc

Ankita MehtaMom of a 9 yr 1 m old girl2 years ago

A. hi better to visit your pediatrician. give plenty of breastfeeds give sunlight atleast 20 minutes a day which is best to cure this maintain good hygiene using Babyhug multipurpose cleaner

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