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Hi doctor my baby is 36day old and she has jaundice I am breastfeeding her. I was taking 25 mg thyroid tablet during my pregnancy. My doctor said its not a serious one but I want to know how much maximum time it will take for jaundice in newborn to completely cure. Thank you

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As such shouldn't be there Below 5 or 2 it is normal Can check thyroid levels of the baby Can be breastfeeding or breastmilk jaundice ...  Read More

What are some advice you can give to understand if a new born baby is getting jaundice ? However , we have done TSB test and result is within biological range and baby is doing fine. We are monitoring newborn baby for any symptoms but not sure what to monitor ? Can you give some advice what to monitor?

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You can monitor if the baby yellowish colur is deepening, or it is alsi involving palms and soles, baby getting lethargic, and not feeding well, having abnormal movement. ...  Read More

The Newborn baby is 9 days old and he is suffering from jaundice. His eye became yellow and after pressing the skin, it feels yellow. I have consulted a local doctor and he suggest us fot TSB Test. In the test result the bilirubin level is 17.8 mg/dL. I want to know whether bilirubin level is above critical level. Also suggest what should i do now

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Hi ...other tests also need to be done to know why the baby has jaundice ... usually above 15 , will need photo therapy...i e baby is kept under blue tube lights in the hospital for a day and then a ...  Read More

My New born baby is 6 days old.. on the day 4 we have taken Jaundice Test and the level was 13 on the day 6 we have taken jaundice test and level was 15 is it something critical? when we need to worry about jaundice level? When we need to test again? what are the symptoms for baby with jaundice?

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15mg/dl jaundice level for a normal new born baby without any complications like blood group incompatibilities and infections is not critical ...  Read More

My newborn baby is 3 days old his bilirubin level came 12.6 and doctors saying mild jaundice and needs antibiotics and phototherapy. They are not discharging from hospital and extending stay 2 days. Is it really needed ? Can we leave hospital and take treatment at home. Thanks

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Hi! I understand your concern in tough times. Please Keep trust in your doctor, if baby requires phototherapy that can’t be given at home. Not alone the TSB value it depends on If baby is Preterm/term ...  Read More

Hii,my newborn baby had bilirubin level about 13and my pediatrician suggested nothing to worry after one day means 5 th day again done test 13.3 now my doctor saying phototherapy needed or else it effect brain and liver now what should I do now?

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Greetings it's normal below photozone ...  Read More

My baby is 27 days old and has jaundice. We check tha jaundice it is 8 in forehead and 11 on chest. We have done blood test as well where total bilirubin is 10.62, direct is 0.74 and indirect is 9.88. In cbc test haemoglobin is 11.1 and absolute neutrophils are 2979 and eosinophils is 7.1. What should I do, please tell me are the reports normal???

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Hi For better assessment and management kindly do the teleconsultation with Paediatrician ...  Read More

My baby is suffering from jaundice...she is now 4 days old...what should be the treatment at home...?

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Consult nearby pediatricians ...  Read More

My baby is born in 36 w 3 d, 2 days after birth her jaundice value was 13.7 which was reduced to 8 after phototherapy of one day and she was discharged. But after 2 days again i am seeing yellowness in her eyes and body. We started keeping her under morning sunlight from today, will she recover or we need to again give her phototherapy?

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I think she will recover. If possible do consult your pediatricisn and if needed you may repeat the test ...  Read More

My son is 6 day old. Doctor diagnosed jaundice after two days of birth. Bilrubin level was 20 . Doctor give photo therapy to baby. After 12 hour bilrubin level was 18.5. They continue photo therapy and after 24 hour bilrubin was 16.1. Then doctor prescribed for gamma I. v. 0.5mg/10ml . After Next 24hour bilrubin is 16.9. Now doctor test crp and c

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Did they rule out hypothyroidism or blood disorder ...  Read More

Hello Doctors, My son had mild jaundice when he was discharged on Day 4. The doctor recommended 3 hours of phototherapy, after which his bilirubin level came down to normal. Now, on Day 11, his bilirubin level is 16.3 mg/dL. His eyes are mildly yellow, but there are no other noticeable symptoms. He is feeding regularly. Our doctor has advised us to

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Consult on Practo ...  Read More

This is for newborn baby girl .Which powder is safe for umbilical cord healing in newborn baby? Is boric powder safe to use?

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Hey. Nothing needs to be applied to the cord stump. The dictum is to keep is dry and clean. Even though a few Paediatricians may prescribe Neosporin dusting powder, it is not necessary. ...  Read More

My baby is born today. After his birth, during breastfeeding the baby made mild grunting sounds and the doc then said that this should not happen, additionally she also said that immediately after birth baby made same sound and hence they kept him in observation for an hour and it had stopped. Since it was observed again, they have admitted him in

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I can help you ...  Read More

My baby is 3 days old diagnosed with jaundice bilirubin 15...he is now in nicu ..how long will it take to become normal

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Greetings it takes 24-48 hrs to reduce ...  Read More

4 days old baby have a problem in right atrium delated and right ventricle delated in scan it is dangerous or curable of resolve on its own please reply

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Please take the opinion of a pediatric cardiologist. It can be treated ...  Read More

The age of my baby is 1 month 8 days . Now a days I am watching that , my baby is crying while urinating and after urination. He urinates sometimes in 1 attempt, somtimes 2 to 3 next to next attempts. But , when he wears diaper or uses any cloth langot , he does not cry while urinating and after that . Is it normal ? Or anything serious? Please

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Greetings it can be due to urinary tract infection-do a urine routine test ...  Read More

How much ml of formula milk for 1.5 month baby in single feed can anyone guide me iam using dexolac for my baby

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Try to give only mothers milk , as formula feed is danger , can cause diarrhea ...  Read More

My newborn baby girl weight was 2.4 kg, however after 8 days the weight was 3 kg, is it normal to have such increase in weight of newborn, or there was some mistakes that happened in estimating newborn weight.

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Probably a mistake. Baby's lose weight during 1st week after birth ...  Read More

Is it okay to give powder milk to newborn if yes than which is the best , quantity,how to make the milk for baby

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Yes.. you can give... Needs some more information regarding the baby... Like weight..and birth history ...  Read More

I was holding my baby in my arms when suddenly I lost control and her head fell on my chest with a thud, and she started crying for a while.Shes just 20 days old,now she's fine and active but do I have to watch for any symptoms for next few hours ??? I m so scared that did I just hurt my baby or will it affect her in anyway.She cried for few minut

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Watch for vomiting, excessive crying, decreased activity, not feeding. Visit a pediatrician for check up ...  Read More

My son jaundice result Billirubin ( total) - 6.8 Billirubin ( direct) - 0.6 Billirubin (indirect) - 6.2 Is this normal range for 41 days new born baby?

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See newborns do have a higher range of indirect bilirubin as compared to older children and adults This tends to normalise as the baby grows old, but if there is problem of persistent jaundice, then ...  Read More

Hello sir my 40 days old baby suffering with Jaundice. Today I have done my baby LFT test. Billiburbin T is 6.8 and Billiburbin D is 1 and SGPT is 50 and SGOT is 43. Earlier 7 days ago I have checked Billiburbin level that time Billiburbin T is 8 and Billiburbin D is 1.6 and 30 days ago Billiburbin T is 9 andBilliburbin D is 2. I have given medic

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Self-medication for babies can be risky and potentially harmful. Always consult a pediatrician before giving any medication to your child. In some cases, thorough examination and observation can provi ...  Read More

Hello sir, my 36 days old baby suffering with Jaundice.erlier when my baby is 10 days old, I have done bilirubin test then billiburbin T is 9 and Billiburbin D is 2.Now Billiburbin T is 8.6 and Billiburbin D is 1.6. My baby is feeding adequate breastfeeding and stool is normal yellow colour. Sir what I do. Plz reply as soon as.

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Get checked for further evaluation ...  Read More

My baby boy was born on 9th December 2024. When he was 6 days old, his eyes appeared yellow, and the doctor prescribed a bilirubin test. The result showed a bilirubin level of ~13. The doctor advised me to consult again only if the bilirubin level reached 16 or higher. Since it was 13, I didn’t go for a follow-up checkup. However, today, on his 10t

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Eyes will be mild yellow till 14-21 days. Just give proper breastfeeding thats it ...  Read More

I am 7 months pregnant..I have a pet cat.she is completely vaccinated. As I m pregnant she is staying at my in laws...But after my delivery can I keep her separately in a room ? But my husband clean her litter box wearing gloves n keep it clean everyday...I want to ask does my baby catch any disease from my cat?

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Newborn should be handled with extreme hygiene Not advisable to keep the newborn and pet together They may get prone for allergic conditions ...  Read More

My newborn baby is just 2days.. He is not all crying and sleeping full day .. not even crying for feeding.. also mom is not getting breast milk so the doctor is given powder milk so we are feeding him every 2hrs.. we are really worried is this normal activity or anything to be worried about. Need genuine advice

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Hello you should take your baby immediately to the paediatrician.. it could be due to low blood sugar. ...  Read More

My newborn baby just 2days he not crying much .. he is just sleeping all day, not crying for feed also.. even if we wake him up he wakes up just 5mins and again go for sleep.. also mom is not getting breast milk.. so doctor given milk powder.. we are feeding him every 2hrs .. we are worried so much. is this normal need genuine advice.

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Newborn babies will sleep for 20hours /day They will wake up when they feel hungry If not responding to stimulus, Reduced acceptance of feed, Repeated Vomiting, Fever, or Increased work of breathing, ...  Read More

What are the probable home remedies to get rid of jaundice and hepatitis 'A'. When pateint is in serious condition

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Ivf. Get admitted and have a monitoring with nearby doctor. ...  Read More

Hi Doc, What are the normal levels of bilirubin in a newborn? My baby is currently 9 days old and has a level of 13 when it comes to bilirubin. The doctor suggested feeding her well so that the jaundice will pass in urine and stools. We have a blood test again in a week's time so wanted to check what is the safe level of bilirubin in newborns.

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Below 10 Below 15 can wait and watch ...  Read More

My husband is in jaundice treatment around one month he is getting better now he is keep asking to smoke pls suggest

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Any kind of smoking isn’t considered safe in general irrespective of jaundice or not ...  Read More

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