Paediatrics is the branch of medicine that focuses on the health and medical care of infants, children, and adolescents. It involves the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses, diseases, and disorders that affect children.
Slide 2: The field of paediatrics covers a wide range of medical conditions, including genetic disorders, infectious diseases, developmental disorders, and chronic illnesses.
Slide 3: Paediatricians work closely with parents and caregivers to provide comprehensive medical care for children. They often collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, therapists, and social workers.
Slide 4: In addition to diagnosing and treating medical conditions, paediatricians also provide preventive care, such as vaccinations and routine check-ups, to ensure children are healthy and developing appropriately.
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2. Introduction to Paediatrics
Pediatrics is the branch of medicine that deals with the
medical care of infants, children, and adolescents. In this
presentation, we will be discussing ten important terms
related to pediatrics.
3. Neonatology
Neonatology is a subspecialty of paediatrics that focuses on
the medical care of newborn infants, especially those who are
premature or have medical conditions that require intensive
care.
4. Immunization
Immunization is the process of protecting individuals from
infectious diseases by administering vaccines. Vaccines work
by stimulating the body's immune system to produce
antibodies against specific diseases.
5. Developmental Milestones
Developmental milestones are specific skills or behaviors that
children typically develop at a certain age. These milestones
include things like walking, talking, and socializing with
others. Pediatricians use these milestones to track a child's
development and ensure that they are meeting appropriate
milestones.
6. Common Childhood Illnesses
● Asthma
● Bronchiolitis
● Chickenpox
● Cold
● Cough
● Croup
● Diarrhoea and vomiting
● Fever in children
● Earache
● Kawasaki disease
7. Common Childhood Illnesses
● Measles
● Meningitis
● Mumps
● Roseola
● Rubella
● Skin rashes in babies
● Skin rashes in children
● Scarlet fever
● Sore throat
● Whooping cough
● Urinary tract infections in children
8. Best Paediatric Hospitals
There are many excellent paediatric hospitals around the
world that provide top-quality medical care for children.
Some of the best hospitals include NEO Hospital, Boston
Children's Hospital, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Great
Ormond Street Hospital in London, and the Hospital for Sick
Children in Toronto.
9. Treatment Options
There are a variety of treatment options available for
paediatric patients, depending on their medical condition.
Treatment may include medications, surgery, physical
therapy, or other forms of therapy.
10. Paediatric Rehabilitation
Paediatric rehabilitation focuses on helping children with
physical or developmental disabilities reach their full
potential. This may include physical therapy, occupational
therapy, speech therapy, or other forms of therapy.
11. Conclusion
Paediatrics is a vital field of medicine that focuses on the
health and wellbeing of infants, children, and adolescents.
With ongoing research, innovation, and multidisciplinary
collaboration, paediatricians are able to provide the best
possible medical care for their young patients.