Pediatric Endocrinology is a specialty which deals with complex disorders of endocrine glands in the pediatric population. Early diagnosis and effective treatment of these disorders result in normal growth and development.SRH has some of the top paediatric endocrinologist in coimbatore. who are experts in treating paediatric endocrine disorders like Diabetes Mellitus, Growth Disorders.

1. Pediatric Endocrinology
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2. TABLE OF CONTENTS
Pediatric Endocrinology is a specialty which deals with
complex disorders of endocrine glands in the pediatric
population. Early diagnosis and effective treatment of these
disorders result in normal growth and development.
hormonal problems in children;
● Diabetes Mellitus – Type 1 and Type 2
● Growth Disorders
● Childhood obesity and complications
● Thyroid disorder
● Pubertal Problems
● Adrenal Disorders
● Calcium, Vitamin D and bone disorders
● Hypoglycemia
● Others-Pituitary disorders, syndromes

3. Diabetes Mellitus – Type 1
and Type 2
There are several symptoms and warning signs of diabetes
mellitus in children. Parents should not ignore these signs
and should consult the best pediatric endocrinologist.
● The symptoms of diabetes in children may be:
● Increased frequency of urination
● Fatigue and unintentional weight loss
● Delayed wound healing
● Bedwetting in children who previously didn't wet the
bed at night
● Extreme hunger and thirst
● Altered behaviour and irritability
● Fruity-smell while breathing

4. Growth Disorders
Growth disorders are problems that prevent children
from developing average height, weight, sexual
maturity or other features.
Very slow or fast growth can sometimes signal a gland
problem or disease. The pituitary gland makes growth
hormone, which stimulates the growth of bone and
other tissues. Children who have too little of it may be
very short. Treatment with growth hormone can
stimulate growth.

5. Obese children are diagnosed with a range of health conditions
previously seen almost exclusively among adults. Childhood unhealthy
weights may result in serious medical problems in childhood such as:
● type 2 diabetes
● high blood pressure and elevated blood cholesterol
● liver disease
● bone and joint problems
● respiratory problems such as asthma
● sleep disorders such as difficulty breathing while asleep
Childhood obesity and complications

6. Thyroid disorder
Often the first sign is that the child’s growth rate
decreases unexpectedly, and skeletal development is
delayed. The child may also have noticeable neck
swelling (goitre) as the thyroid gland becomes
inflamed. Other symptoms may emerge, such as
unusual tiredness or lethargy, dry, itchy skin, increased
sensitivity to cold, weight gain or generalised swelling,
poor concentration, decreased energy, and
constipation.

7. Puberty starts when the body produces extra amounts of hormones,
leading to physical and emotional changes. These changes include
breast development, pubic hair growth, the beginning of menstrual
periods, and a growth spurt in girls.
Causes may include:
Heredity, Hormonal disorders – including polycystic ovary syndrome
(POS),Genetic disorders,Problems in the pituitary or thyroid glands that
produce the hormones necessary for,body growth and development
Chromosome disorders that interfere with normal growth processes,
Eating disorders
Pubertal Problems

8. Adrenal Disorders
The adrenal glands are located at the top of both
kidneys. They release hormones that are important to
your child’s health and growth. Adrenal gland
hormones manage blood sugar levels, they regulate
the balance of salt, potassium and water in the body;
they control the body’s response to stress, and they
control sexual maturation during childhood and
puberty.