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Jaundice treatment at home

2020-06-06 14:42:18
My son's jaundice level is 14.5 at the age of 7days. It is stable as compared to last 6 days but not decreasing. I have been asked to start using white led lights for phototherapy at home. I want to confirm the power of led bulbs/tubes required (10W, 40W etc) for setting up the same.
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It's not manageable at home it should given in hospital under strict supervision of a Paediatrician. It needs monitoring and has several side effects.
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Please visit nearby Paediatrician or Hospital emergency for decision regarding furthr management accordingly

Answered2020-06-06 15:17:10

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