Pediatric Rheumatology deals with children suffering with rheumatic diseases. They are connective tissue diseases which are often autoimmune in origin. Common conditions include - Kawasaki Disease, Henoch Schonlein Purpura, Juvenile idiopathic Arthritis, Lupus and many others. Children with periodic fevers and similar autoinflammatory conditions are also being treated.
Pediatric Immunology involves diagnosis and treatment of Primary Immune Deficiencies (also called, Inborn Errors of Immunity). They are genetic diseases affecting immune system that predispose children and adults to recurrent infections, autoimmunity and malignancies. Common conditions include - X linked agammaglobulinemia, Common Variable Immune Deficiency, Hyper IgM syndrome, Severe Combined Immune Deficiency, Chronic granulomatous disease and many others. Many of these children can be cured with a bone marrow transplant.
FAQs
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Who is a Paediatrician?
A paediatrician is a medical doctor who specializes in the care of children upto 14 years. Paediatricians have undergone special training in the health and illnesses of infants, teens, and young adults.
Why is immunization important for a child's health?
Immunization is a simple and effective way of protecting children from serious diseases. Vaccines work by triggering the immune system to fight against certain diseases. If a vaccinated person comes in contact with these diseases, their immune system is able to respond more effectively, preventing the disease.
Why should I come to Aster MIMS hospital for Paediatric treatment?
Aster MIMS Hospital has a wide range of paediatric services and treatments that are available under one roof. We believe that children deserve to be treated with understanding and care and to receive the highest quality health care. Aster Mims is specifically designed to take care of the whole child through a family-centred approach to medicine.
How often should my child see the paediatrician?
Your child should not only see the paediatrician for an illness. It is also important to schedule well-child-care exams regularly, beginning in infancy. Also called well-care visits or check-ups, these routine examinations provide the best opportunity for the doctor to observe the progress of your child's physical and mental growth and development; to counsel and teach parents; to detect problems through screening tests; to provide immunizations, and to get to know one another.
Are vaccines safe?
Vaccines are extremely safe and serious side effects are rare. Almost all sickness or discomfort after vaccination is minor and temporary, such as soreness at the injection site or mild fever.