Dr. Gunda Srinivas, Consultant, Paediatrics Emergency and Paediatrics, Aster RV Hospital As the new academic year approaches, most parents start off by purchasing stationery, uniform clothes and many more to dos. But, true school readiness is far deeper. It’s more than just new uniforms and books. It’s the physical, mental and emotional readiness, social adaptability, […]
6 Early Symptoms of Autoimmune Conditions in Children
Dr. Jyothi Raghuram, Senior Consultant – General Pediatrics & Pediatric Rheumatology, Aster Women & Children Hospital, Bengaluru Autoimmune conditions occur when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues instead of targeting harmful invaders like viruses or bacteria. While these conditions are often associated with adults, children can be affected too – sometimes in […]
Juvenile Arthritis: 8 Things Every Parent Should Know
Dr Jyothi Raghuram, Senior Consultant – Pediatrics & Pediatric Rheumatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru Arthritis is commonly perceived as a condition that only affects older adults. However, children are not immune to this disease either. Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) is the most common type of arthritis in children, and unlike age-related osteoarthritis, it is an […]
Why is Meal Monitoring in Children important in Schools and at Home
Dr Anil Bhoraskar, Senior Diabetologist, SL Raheja Hospital, Mahim & Secretary, Diabetic Association of India (Scientific Section) Obesity is now a big problem in our country both in children and adolescents. By definition of obesity, almost 35% of urban children in age group of 4-12 are found to be obese or overweight. This is largely […]
Early Signs of Autism in Children
Dr. Ravi Kumar C P, Consultant – Paediatric Neurology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore A developmental disorder known as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has an impact on a person’s perception and interactions with others. It is typified by difficulties with social interaction, narrow interests, and repeated actions. Even though each kid with ASD presents differently, early […]
10 Tips for Managing Bedwetting Behavior in Children: A Pediatrician’s Guide
Dr. Manjiri Somashekhar, Lead & Senior Consultant – Paediatric Surgery, Aster Women and Children Hospital, Whitefield, Bengaluru It’s disconcerting- night after night, day in and day out; your child wets the bed (and it’s not what you expect). Other than the practicalities of changing all those sheets and cleaning up, losing the delicacy of a […]
10 Effective Asthma Remedies for Children
Dr. Tejaswi Chandra, Senior Specialist – Pediatric Pulmonology, Aster Women and Children Hospital, Whitefield, Bangalore. Asthma is a chronic respiratory disorder that frequently affects small children, some of whom are diagnosed as early as infancy or toddlerhood. Asthma causes could be multifaceted and range from genetic predispositions and environmental factors. Genetic factors matter owing to […]
Brain Tumours in Children: What Parents Need to Know
Dr Abhishek Kumar, Consultant – Paediatric Oncology, HCG Abdur Razzaque Ansari Cancer Hospital, Ranchi Childhood cancers encompass a range of rare diseases in which malignant cells develop in children and adolescents. Though relatively uncommon compared to adult cancers, it poses unique challenges due to the developmental and physiological differences in children. Paediatric brain tumours are abnormal […]
1 in every 16,000 children is being diagnosed with the eye cancer in India every year
Early Detection Saves the Lives of many children Retinoblastoma, a rare but aggressive form of eye cancer primarily affecting young children, poses a significant threat to their vision and survival. While its global incidence is estimated at around 5,000 cases annually, India paints a concerning picture with an estimated 700-800 new cases reported each year. […]
Need for Digital Detox Among Children
In today’s digital age, technology is inevitable. It offers invaluable tools for learning, connection, and entertainment. However, excessive screen time can have unintended consequences. That’s where the concept of a digital detox for children comes in. Excessive screen time i.e., more than two hours a day may have long-term irreversible effects such as: Delayed brain […]