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Neonatal Jaundice
My son is 11 days old and he is suffering with Jaundice, bilirubin levels were 12.7. On 6th day levels were 16 and 48 hours phototherapy was done. Again when we checked on 10th day it was 12.9 and 11th day it was 12.7. Doctor suggested to wait for 48 hours and asked to increase the feeding. Can you please suggest
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Dr. Pandurang Sawant
Pediatrician
15 yrs exp
Pune
No need to worry
It's in decreasing trends
Give sunbath for 20 min everyday
Give proper feeding
Keep a watch on urine output
Baby should pass minimum urine 6-8 times per day
No need to repeat jaundice level now
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