Knowledgeable pediatric endocrinologist who conducts in-depth diagnostics and treats cases involving impaired endocrine gland function, hormone regulation issues, and other endocrine disorders. Utilizes modern diagnostic methods, tests, and examinations to provide comprehensive and effective care.
Paediatric endocrinologist
Who is a paediatric endocrinologist?
A paediatric endocrinologist is a medical specialist who treats hormonal disorders in children. They treat conditions that affect a child's growth, development, and overall well-being, including those associated with hormonal imbalances. A paediatric endocrinologist conducts in-depth diagnostic evaluations and interprets test results to determine the most appropriate treatment plan. This specialist is essential to ensuring a child's healthy development and well-being.
What diseases does a paediatric endocrinologist treat?
A paediatric endocrinologist is a specialist who treats diseases of the endocrine system and their consequences in children. These diseases can affect a child's growth, development, and overall well-being.
These diseases include:
- Diabetes mellitus: This chronic disease occurs when the body cannot produce enough insulin or cannot effectively use it, a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels;
- Thyroid disorders: The thyroid is a small gland located at the front of the neck that produces hormones that regulate the body's metabolic rate. Thyroid disorders can affect its function, causing symptoms related to increased or decreased energy levels;
- Growth disorders: These disorders can occur when a child's body does not produce enough growth hormone or other hormones that regulate growth and development;
- Puberty disorders: Puberty is the time when a child's body begins to develop and change from a child to an adult. Hormonal disorders can cause early or late puberty;
- Other hormonal disorders: Various conditions and diseases that affect the production and use of hormones in the body may also require the intervention of a paediatric endocrinologist.
These are just a few examples of the wide range of conditions a paediatric endocrinologist can help with. If you suspect your child may have a hormonal disorder, do not delay in consulting a specialist.
What symptoms indicate the need to see a pediatric endocrinologist?
Several symptoms may indicate the need to see a pediatric endocrinologist. These symptoms may be associated with various hormonal disorders that can affect your child's growth, development, and overall well-being.
These symptoms include:
- Insufficient growth: If your child is growing too fast or too slowly compared with peers, this may indicate a hormonal growth disorder;
- Puberty starting too early or too late: Hormonal disorders can cause puberty to start too early or too late;
- Frequent thirst and urination: These symptoms may indicate diabetes;
- Excess weight despite a normal or moderate diet: Unexplained weight gain may indicate hormonal problems;
- Any changes in the child's general well-being that may indicate hormonal problems, such as changes in appetite, sleep patterns, behavior, appearance, or development.
If you notice any of these symptoms in your child, it is recommended that you consult a paediatric endocrinologist. Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent long-term health problems and ensure your child's healthy, normal growth and development.
FORTEMED Paediatric Endocrinologist
The paediatric endocrinologist at the FORTEMED Medical Centre is ready to provide comprehensive endocrinological care, including diagnosis and treatment of hormonal disorders in children. We offer an individualised approach to each patient.
How to make an appointment with a paediatric endocrinologist at FORTEMED?
Making an appointment with a paediatric endocrinologist is simple and convenient. You can
- Contact the FORTEMED Medical Centre by phone at 23304440;
- Use our online booking system (red button below or next to the specialist).
All our doctors speak English, thereby facilitating diagnosis and treatment.
Our friendly staff will help you choose the best time and date for your visit. We understand how important timely, effective care is for your child, so we do everything possible to make your visit comfortable and efficient.
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