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Paediatrics
Paediatrics or Pediatrics is a branch of medicine that deals with the treatment and care of infants, children and teenagers. Paediatricians can also sub-specialise, e.g., paediatric cardiologists (congenital heart defects) and paediatric oncologists (leukemias and lymphomas).
Specialists
CARING FOR THE YOUNG
Starting Young
Infants, children and adolescents – these younger years represent a time when the body is still developing and growing. Pediatrics is a medical specialization that is concerned with the wellbeing of the young. Medical issues need to be given special attention in order to prevent it from persisting into adulthood.
A Healthy Child Makes A Healthy Adult
Periodic immunizations must not be overlooked as they have been introduced to maintain the stability of your child's health and growth. A paediatrician is able to guide you through such immunizations and tend to your child's needs, ensuring that they evolve and mature into a healthy adult. A paediatrician is trained to detect early signs of deficiencies or disorders in your child by performing regular examinations. Parents should also monitor their kids' overall behaviour, speech and movement, as there may be tell tale signs of abnormalities that are actually curable at a young age.
Common Problems
- Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- Sleep problems
- Asthma
- Speech delay
- Allergies
- Reflux
- Autism
- Birth Defects
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Chronic illnesses
- Colic
- Heart conditions
- Eczema
Symptoms of Problems
- High fever
- Diaper rash
- Failure to put on weight/grow
- Colds, coughs
- Abdominal pain
- Febrile Seizures
- Dehydration
- Difficulty in breathing
Common Infections
- Chicken pox
- Ear infections
- Hand Foot and Mouth Disease
- Diarrhea
- Measles
- Strep throat
- Roseola
Well Baby Consultations
- Childhood vaccinations
- Developmental assessment
- Infant nutrition and breast feeding
