My baby is 11 days old. Her total bilirubin was 13.2 on 3rd day,18.6 on 4th day,19.5 on 5th day. She had undergone phototherapy for 2 days, but we took her at our home and now here bilirubin level is 17.94. Is there any worry about this?

1 Answer

Kirti ChandwalkerMom of 3 children3 years ago

A. it is always better to consult doctor in this case and you should keep your baby in early morning sunlight so that baby will be getting sufficient Vitamin D and count will get reduce but you should do always home remedies after Consulting doctor

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