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Guardian of a 4 yr 3 m old girl4 years ago

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#AskTheExpert #Mamypoko hi..i was blessed with a. aby girl..the jaundice levels are around 16.5 on 4th and 5th day while the blood test report had level as 14...please suggest if we need to go for photo therapy and how can the jaundice be controlled

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ExpertDr.Sabiha AnjumObstetrician and Gynaecologist4 years ago

A. 16.5 is very high and phototherapy is compulsory if the bilirubin levels are these high. Kindly consult your pediatrician and follow accordingly. Kindly don’t delay the treatmentWrite Your Answer Here

Kalindi BhavsarMom of a 8 yr 2 m old boy4 years ago

A. Hi mom Give adequate feeding Burp well after every feeding Try to keep head up position while feeding Do tummy time and cycling movement of legs to relieve gas and constipation Wash area often with lukewarm water Give adequate feeding Take a good care of your baby

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