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Jaundice in new born
My baby was born on May 22, her bilirubin test was conducted on May 24 , his value are
Total 11.2
Direct 1.1
Indirect 10.2
Please suggest me what should I do? Is phototherapy required?
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It is within low risk so you can just continue breast feeding and routine newborn care , no need for phototherapy
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To decide on PT, latest bilirubin levels needed. If it's lesser now no need
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Greetings no need if it's a term baby
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
No need
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Dr. Musunuri Manojna
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Hyderabad
To determine need of phototherapy more information is needed like blood group, whether baby is full term or preterm etc. please visit physically for further advice.
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