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Paediatric Gastroenterology

At Aster Medcity, we understand the unique healthcare needs of children, especially when it comes to gastrointestinal issues. Our paediatric gastroenterologists are highly skilled, experienced, and dedicated to delivering the highest quality care for children with gastrointestinal conditions and the department is dedicated to providing compassionate and specialized care for infants, children, and adolescents with digestive disorders.

The Paediatric Gastroenterology department at Aster Medcity is equipped with advanced diagnostic and therapeutic tools to ensure accurate assessments and effective treatments.

Our Doctors

We have some of the best specialists from around the world, they bring years of experience and offer evidence-based treatment to ensure the best care for you.

FAQs

Want to find out more about the treatment? The answer to your questions can be found below.

Who is a paediatric gastroenterologist, and what do they do?

A paediatric gastroenterologist is a physician who specialises in diagnosing and treating digestive system problems in newborns, children, and teenagers. Conditions involving the pancreas, liver, GI system, and nutrition are all under their purview. They use cutting-edge diagnostic equipment and therapies designed specifically to meet the physiological requirements of younger patients.

What question should you ask a paediatric gastroenterologist?

Ask a paediatric gastroenterologist about the possible reasons for your child's symptoms, suggested diagnostic procedures, available treatments, possible side effects, and long-term care plans.

What are the most common types of conditions that paediatric gastroenterologists treat?

Paediatric gastroenterologist in Kochi at Aster Medcity treats a variety of diseases, including GERD, persistent constipation, IBD (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), celiac disease, liver problems (including hepatitis), and functional GI disorders (like irritable bowel syndrome). In addition, they handle feeding and nutritional problems such as malabsorption and food allergies.

What is the role of a paediatric gastroenterologist in a patient's treatment?

Paediatric Gastroenterologist at Aster Medcity's responsibilities in treating a child include diagnosing gastrointestinal disorders, creating and carrying out treatment regimens, keeping track of the patient's progress, and coordinating care with other medical professionals. They guarantee thorough treatment of GI diseases, both acute and chronic, intending to enhance general health and quality of life.

How should I prepare for my first visit to a paediatric gastroenterologist?

Bring a thorough medical history, including past diagnoses, treatments, and prescriptions, to your initial appointment with a Paediatric Gastroenterologist in Kochi at Aster Medcity in preparation. Keep track of any symptoms, their length, and their causes. Make a note of your queries and worries.

When should I consider seeing a paediatric gastroenterologist?

If your kid has growth and developmental delays, constipation, vomiting, diarrhoea that doesn't go away, or persistent gut pain, you should think about taking them to a Paediatric Gastroenterologist in Kochi at Aster Medcity. These symptoms may point to underlying gastrointestinal illnesses that need for specialised assessment and treatment, such as celiac disease, GERD, or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Will a paediatric gastroenterologist help manage side effects during treatment?

A paediatric gastroenterologist may help manage side effects throughout treatment by monitoring for drug side effects, modifying doses, and offering supportive therapies to ease symptoms like pain, nausea, or nutritional deficiencies. Their all-encompassing strategy guarantees that the therapy is efficient and well-tolerated.

What digestive system conditions do paediatric gastroenterologists attend to?

Paediatric gastroenterologists at Aster Medcity treat a broad spectrum of digestive system illnesses, including oesophagal issues, stomach and intestine diseases, liver and pancreatic diseases, and motility abnormalities. To properly diagnose, they carry out diagnostic procedures such as liver biopsies, colonoscopies, and endoscopies.

What advancements or technologies are utilised by paediatric gastroenterologists?

Paediatric gastroenterologists in Kochi at Aster Medcity use modern technologies, including MRI enterography, capsule endoscopy, high-resolution endoscopy, and minimally invasive surgery. They also integrate the most recent study results into their practice to provide their patients with evidence-based treatment.

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