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Treatment will depend on the baby's bilirubin level. Often, this level is relatively low (less than 20 mg/dL. Sometimes no specific treatment is needed other than close followup. More frequent nursing (up to 12 times a day) will increase the baby's fluid levels and can...[read article]
Tests for Breast Milk Jaundice
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Monitors the liver function of newborns. The bilirubin test is a blood test to monitor the liver function of newborns. The rapid destruction of red blood cells afte... More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex... More
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Medical Procedures for Breast Milk Jaundice
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Light therapy, or phototherapy, is the administration of doses of bright light in order to treat a variety of sleep and mood disorders. It is most commonly used to ... More
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Self Care for Breast Milk Jaundice
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Proper nipple care, positioning, appropriate nursing frequency, and other measures can prevent many common breastfeeding problems. More
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Proper nipple care, positioning, appropriate nursing frequency, and other measures can prevent many common breastfeeding problems. More
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