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Jaundice in full term 18 days old

2025-10-28 09:27:18
My 18 days old newborn has bilirubin level 14.5 (direct - 2.0, indirect - 12.5), she has gained weight 200-250 gm in a week.. is anything worry about? Or need phototherapy
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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided. Contact me on Practo or WhatsApp chat. Contact number: 97012307 two nine Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology

Answered2025-11-15 09:22:10

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No worry

Answered2025-11-02 16:08:13

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That's normal If any further queries Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat (84960595sixfive) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), Neonatology fellow ( Newborn specialist )

Answered2025-11-02 03:18:41

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Greetings no need we can wait as it fall below phototherapy range

Answered2025-11-02 01:02:45

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Nothing to worry it is below phototherapy range

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