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Can we insist the doctor on exposing new born to sunlight before giving the child photo therapy. Or can sunlight have some negative effect when doctor has recommended photo therapy?
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Phototherapy as advised. Exposure to sunlight has it's own norms to be followed for it to be effective, with proper precautions.
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