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).
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