زردی نوزادی یکی از مشکلات شایع در نوزادان است که به دلیل تجمع بیلی‌روبین در خون رخ می‌دهد. در این مقاله به بررسی علائم، روش‌های درمان، و دستگاه‌های فتوتراپی و همچنین گزینه‌های درمان در منزل خواهیم پرداخت.

زردی نوزادی چیست؟

زردی نوزادی (Hyperbilirubinemia) به وضعیتی اطلاق می‌شود که در آن نوزاد دارای سطح بالای بیلی‌روبین در خون است. بیلی‌روبین ماده‌ای زرد است که از تجزیه گلبول‌های قرمز خون تولید می‌شود. این وضعیت معمولاً در هفته‌های اول زندگی نوزادان قابل مشاهده است و در بیشتر موارد، به خودی خود بهبود می‌یابد.

علائم زردی نوزادی

تشخیص زردی نوزادی به آسانی ممکن است؛ Symptoms include:

• Jaundice of the skin and eyes: The first sign of jaundice is usually in the face and then spreads to other parts of the body.
• Fatigue and decreased activity: The baby may show less interest in usual activities.
• Change in urine and stool color: Urine may be dark and stool may become paler than usual.

Types of neonatal jaundice

Infant jaundice is divided into two main types:

1. Physiological Jaundice: It usually happens in the first days of babies' life and usually improves by itself.
2. Pathological Jaundice: This type of jaundice is mostly due to medical problems such as infection, blood type mismatch, etc. and may require immediate treatment.

Treatment of neonatal jaundice

1. Phototherapy

Phototherapy is one of the effective methods in the treatment of neonatal jaundice. In this method, a special light is shone on the baby's skin, which helps to break down bilirubin. Phototherapy devices are divided into two categories:

• Phototherapy devices with fluorescent lamps: These devices are usually used in hospitals and are very effective.
• Home phototherapy: These types of devices allow the treatment of jaundice at home and can be used under the supervision of a doctor.

2. Adequate nutrition

3. Other treatments

In some cases, there may be a need to use drugs or even blood exchange, which is done under the supervision of a doctor.

Treatment of baby jaundice at home

If the baby's jaundice is mild, in many cases you can do the treatment at home. Here are some important tips for home treatment:

• Use of home phototherapy: If the doctor recommends, you can use home phototherapy devices for treatment.
• Natural light: exposing the baby to sunlight during the day (for a short time and carefully) can help reduce the level of bilirubin.
• Proper nutrition: Making sure the baby is getting enough nutrition is vital.

Conclusion

Jaundice in babies is a common problem that usually gets better on its own. Through timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment, it is possible to help reduce complications and make the baby recover faster. If you see any symptoms of jaundice, you must see a doctor to choose the best treatment method.

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