Jaundice treatment at home

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Asked for Male, 35 Years

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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Dr. Soumalya Kundu Pediatrician 8 yrs exp Kolkata · Accepted Answer

Dr. Soumalya Kundu

Pediatrician 8 yrs exp Kolkata

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

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