Endoscopy is an advanced process to detect various health issues like ulcers, acid reflux, infection and food allergy, etc. Pediatric Endoscopy is also vital to determine the probable cause if your kid is suffering from abnormal stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. How to get ready for the test? I...
Like adults, babies also suffer from constipation however, Constipation in Babies is not quite common. Parents must consult with doctors whenever they notice their babies suffering from constipation. Here the parents need to check the frequency of bowel movements and the eating habit of their baby. ...
Biliary Atresia occurs in newborn babies once they reach their second or third week. This is a problem when a blockage develops in the tubes or ducts which carry the bile from the liver to the small intestine. If not treated on time, Biliary Atresia can cause damage to the liver and cirrhosis. Howev...
Pancreatitis refers to the inflammation that affects the pancreas, a large gland behind the stomach. The pancreas releases digestive enzymes into the small intestine for the digestion of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. It also releases hormones such as glucagon and insulin into the bloodstream. I...
Did you know that vomiting or diarrhea in a child can be symptoms of gastroenteritis? This is an infection of the stomach and intestines. It’s also sometimes known as a “stomach bug.” Here are six signs of gastroenteritis in Children: Vomiting Vomiting is one of the most common sym...
As surgical care for children is quite different from the care for adults, it’s important to know the difference. Pediatric surgery is a field of medicine that deals with different operations that have to be performed on children. Here are five things you should consider before deciding on whe...
Here are a few of the common surgical procedures for babies: Hernia Repair Hernias occur when an organ or piece of tissue pushes through a weakened area in the abdominal wall. Hernias must be corrected soon after diagnosis else it can sometimes complicate. The surgeon makes a small incision, pushes ...
Food products that can be produced rapidly and served immediately are referred to as fast food. Pizzas, pastries and chips, burgers, soft drinks, and fried and salted snacks fall under fast food. They’re enticing to look at, and they’re also tasty. However, did you realise that they migh...
Hernias occur when a part of any tissue or organ in the body like a loop of the intestine or omentum(a curtain of fat inside the abdomen) pushes itself through a weak spot or an opening in the muscle wall. It can go through to a space where it normally does not belong. This can […]...