#asktheexpert my new born baby is of 8 days now.......and found physiological jaundice at level 19 on tuesday....and yesterday it was on 15......under phototherapy so when we get discharge from hospital. and all blood test reports we're normal.

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ExpertDr.Sabiha AnjumObstetrician and Gynaecologist1 Year ago

A. 19 is very high for a newborn, and the baby will require phototherapy until the levels go at least less than 10. Your doctor will be the better person to let you know when to get discharged

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