what is phototherapy for jaundice
Phototherapy is the most common treatment for reducing high bilirubin levels that cause jaundice in a newborn.In the standard form of phototherapy, your baby lies in a bassinet or enclosed plastic crib (incubator) and is exposed to a type of fluorescent light that is absorbed by your baby's skin.uring this type of phototherapy: 1  The baby is undressed so that as much of the skin as possible is exposed to the light. 2  The baby's eyes are covered to protect the nerve layer at the back of the eye (retina) from the bright light. 3  Feeding should continue on a regular schedule.