Hii, my baby is 23 days old and he is having prolonged jaundice from 3 rd day of birth to till date and his bilirubin level is 14.0, doctor suggested to give Gardenal syrup to my baby for liver maturity, whether it is advisable?? can anyone suggest me how long this jaundice remains in baby ?? one more thing is I am RH negative mother and my son is with RH positive blood group..most of them said that in this case jaundice persists for 30 - 45 days..please guys I am worried..please suggest me in this regard

1 Answer

ExpertDr Priyanka KalraObstetrician and Gynaecologist3 years ago

A. needs metabolic testing. see more you can ask your own treating doctor. i am sure they will solve all your doubts and guide yousee only the doctor who can see you in person can judge what is the right status. best to trust her

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