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Pediatric neurologists are specialists who treat children from the newborn period through the teenage years. They deal with the conditions of the nervous system. Some of the conditions treated by Dr Aroonsri Santidhananon are:
Epilepsy, learning difficulties, and developmental problems are the most common conditions in children which are treated by a pediatric neurologist. Some children are affected with unusual conditions like a metabolic or genetic disease. The treatment of these conditions is done under the guidance of a pediatric neurologist at hospitals equipped with specialized facilities.
A child can experience one or more symptoms due to underlying conditions and these symptoms may vary. Different conditions produce different symptoms, Some of the most common symptoms of nervous system disorders in children include::
Consult a pediatric neurologist if your child shows any of the above symptoms. The doctor will diagnose the condition and provide a treatment plan. The signs of a nervous system disorder may look like other health conditions.
Dr Aroonsri Santidhananon works from 10 am to 6 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. The neurologist may not be available on the working days due to personal emergencies, so it always suggested that you confirm the doctor’s availability before you visit him.
Dr Aroonsri Santidhananon performs a number of popular procedures listed below:
Pediatric neurologists are trained to perform a wide variety of procedures. The first treatment used by them is medication and this is effective in controlling many symptoms. Neurologists rarely perform any major surgeries but, sometimes, they can do minor surgeries.
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A pediatric neurologist or child neurologist is a doctor who treats children. They have a specialty in managing the conditions in children from birth to young adulthood. They are trained to diagnose and treat various diseases, such as head injuries, sleep disorders, developmental problems, and learning disabilities. Neurologists also evaluate the condition of children and offer advice to prevent neurological disorders. Some pediatric neurologists focus on certain conditions that are complex and need extensive treatments because the field of neurology is vast. The conditions include brain tumors, epilepsy, cerebral palsy. They are involved in providing direct care for the conditions of the brain and nervous system in the clinic and in the hospital. Pediatric neurologists evaluate the medical history of a child to know the growth and development. They also provide information about the brain and nervous system and disease prevention. The doctors also do physical exams to evaluate blood pressure, vital signs, the functions of the brain, and the nervous system.
Below are the tests that help pediatric neurologists diagnose underlying neurological disorders are listed below:
Diagnostic tests are vital for evaluating the underlying conditions and deciding the right treatment. A neurologist performs certain tests before and after consultation to reach the right conclusion. A complete evaluation of your child's brain and nervous system is important if you think that might be an underlying problem.
If your child is showing the below symptoms, consider seeing a pediatric neurologist: Issues with speech, balance, coordination, memory, or muscle control that your primary doctor thinks that is caused due to the brain and nervous system conditions. Regular follow-up for back injury, a neck, head after undergoing initial emergency treatment.
You should also consult a pediatric neurologist if your child has a nervous system condition that requires continuous monitoring as well as specialized care, such as learning disabilities, mental retardation, epilepsy, and cerebral palsy.