Pediatric Neurologist ·
Venkateshwar Hospital , Delhi, India
41 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Hindi , English
A child neurologist, also called a pediatric neurologist, is a specialist who treats children who have issues with their nervous system. These problems can start in the spine, brain, nerves, or muscles and can cause problems, such as headaches, seizures, or developmental delays. Here is a list of some of the conditions a pediatric neurologist K S Rana treats::
There are several neurological conditions that affect children. Epilepsy, learning difficulties, and developmental problems are the most common ones. Metabolic or genetic diseases are some other conditions found in children. Many hospitals have special facilities to treat these conditions.
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::
To ensure proper treatment, it is important to diagnose the disorder your child has. There are many neurological disorders, so the baby can show various symptoms. A pediatric neurologist is the right person to consult with.
If you want to see Dr K S Rana, you can visit his clinic or associated hospital between 10 am and 6 pm from Monday to Saturday. Although the doctor is mostly available at the given time, call the doctor or his assistant to confirm his availability.
The list of popular procedures that Dr K S Rana perform is given below:
Pediatric neurologists can perform different surgeries. Medication is the primary treatment used by them to control a symptom of neurological disorders. Pediatric neurologists are trained to perform some minor surgeries but generally, they do not perform any major surgery.
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A pediatric neurologist treats the conditions of the nervous system in infants, children and adolescents. This includes the spinal cord, muscles, nerves, and related blood vessels. They diagnose and treat several diseases, including seizures, head injuries, sleep disorders, developmental problems, and learning disabilities. Neurologists also prevent neurological disorders and reduce neurological disability. Since neurology is a vast field, not all pediatric doctors specialize in the treatment of all conditions related to the brain and nervous system. Some of the doctors are trained to focus on treating limited conditions, such as brain tumors, epilepsy, cerebral palsy. Also, neurologists provide direct care to their patients in clinics and hospitals. 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.
A pediatric neurologist evaluates an individual’s nervous system to know how well it is functioning and find out an underlying condition. A neurological exam may include:
Diagnosis tests act as an important way to find out the underlying conditions in children. A pediatric neurosurgeon asks you to get a few tests done so that they get to know the main cause of the symptoms which helps in knowing the condition the child is suffering from. Based on the diagnosis, the doctor can start appropriate treatment.
It is always advisable to seek an opinion from a pediatric neurologist if your child is showing the below symptoms:
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.
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