Most of the parent is curious about having a phototherapy treatment at home. Phototherapy is safe and will not harm the baby and it is painless. It’s can be done in our home and it is more comfort especially at this pandemic time.
The average phototherapy treatment for baby jaundice normally will require two to three days, and sometimes it will require a longer period. During this time, the baby will need to test for bilirubin level every day and usually will be done in a clinic.
The parent is needed to bring the baby to the clinic every day and the nurse will check the baby’s health and advice on the feeding plan. When phototherapy treatment goes well, the baby’s bilirubin level will reduce to a safe level. The nurse will advise when to stop the treatment.