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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.
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.
What does a fetal medicine specialist do?
A fetal medicine specialist diagnoses and treats fetal disorders a woman experiences during pregnancy. They examine the medical conditions of the fetus through medical protocols that begin with physical examination through ultrasound and other devices and accordingly provide comprehensive treatment care that best serves the mother and the fetus.
What question should you ask a fetal medicine specialist?
Patients must ask questions related to potential dangers/ side effects that could affect the baby’s health, possible non-surgical and surgical treatments, the benefits of the treatment option, recovery duration, precautions to ensure the baby’s successful delivery and overall health, lifestyle changes required, side effects to monitor, etc.
What are the most common types of conditions that fetal medicine specialists treat?
Fetal medicine specialists treat genetic disorders, structural birth defects, fetal growth restriction, Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS), fetal anomalies, maternal health conditions, infections, fetal anaemia, polyhydramnios and oligohydramnios, fetal arrhythmias, etc.
When should I consider seeing a fetal medicine specialist?
If you experience any of these medical conditions, abnormal ultrasound findings, diabetes, high blood pressure, abnormal test results, previous pregnancy complications, multiple gestations, or exposure to infections, in that case, it is recommended to see a fetal medicine specialist.
What is the role of a fetal medicine specialist in a patient's treatment journey?
The top fetal medicine specialists at Aster MIMS in Calicut play a crucial role in diagnosing patients and providing them with the best treatment that is fruitful for the mother and the fetus. From the initial stage of examining patients’ medical conditions to delivering successful consultations post-treatment, top fetal medicine experts play a crucial role.
What Does a Paediatrician Do?
They're also the first person to call whenever your child is sick., your paediatrician will:
- Do physical exams
- Give your child vaccinations
- Make sure they meet milestones in growth, behaviour, and skills
- Diagnose and treat your child's illnesses, infections, injuries, and other health problems
- Give you information about your child's health, safety, nutrition, and fitness needs
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 does a fetal medicine specialist decide on a treatment plan?
At Aster MIMS in Calicut, fetal medicine specialists decide on a treatment plan by analysing patients' medical histories and conducting diagnostic tests, such as Ultrasound, Amniocentesis, CVS, Fetal MRI, NIPT, Fetal Echocardiography, and Doppler, and analysing maternal and fetal risks.
What advancements or technologies are utilized by fetal medicine specialists?
Aster MIMS in Calicut is equipped with top medical types of equipment that include ultrasound machines, 3D/ 4D ultrasound, fetal MRI scanners, amniocentesis kits, chorionic villus sampling (CVS) kits, doppler ultrasound, non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) equipment, fetal echocardiography machines.
What documents to carry on my first visit to a fetal medicine specialist?
Patients are advised to carry medical records of surgical/ non-surgical treatments they had undergone previously, a list of current medications, a list of symptoms they currently face, referral letters from doctors, identity proofs, etc.
How should I prepare for my first visit to a fetal medicine specialist?
Eat food suggested by medical consultants, wear comfortable clothes, take notes of symptoms you experience and a list of questions you have related to the treatment options, and reach the hospital before the estimated time.
