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2 years ago

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my baby has jaundice on 4th day 20.5 he is kept in phototherapy from 1pm to 10:30 pm after he is discontinued for 6 hours on that time jaundice level increased or not please tell me

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Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children2 years ago

A. you can discuss with your doctor according to the level of the bilirubin the photo therapy is given here there after you can consult with your local doctor and so get proper guidance for this accordingly to clear all your doubtgs further in proper way and it would be helpful .

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