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Learn about pediatric diagnosis and the evaluation process. We explain routine screening, advanced tests, imaging, and how to prepare.
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Pediatrics is the field of medicine focused on kids, from newborns to teens. When a child isn’t feeling well, doctors need to figure out what’s going on. This is called diagnosis and evaluation. This involves simple check-ups and sometimes special tests. We want to find problems early so kids can get better fast and stay healthy. Our methods are designed to be quick, safe, and comfortable for your child.
Regular check-ups and screening tests are a big part of keeping children healthy. Screening means checking for health problems before a child shows symptoms. These tests happen at different ages, from when a baby is first born until they are older. Catching problems early allows for faster treatment and better health outcomes.
Right after a baby is born, a tiny sample of blood is taken, usually from the heel. This tests for rare but serious conditions like certain metabolic or genetic issues. Early testing is crucial because treating these conditions early can prevent serious health problems. These screenings are done within the first few days of life, ensuring a healthy start.
Kids get their eyes and ears checked regularly as they grow. Early detection of problems is key to learning, speech, and overall development. Poor vision or hearing can sometimes be mistaken for learning issues, so regular checks are very important.
Sometimes, routine screening isn’t enough, or a child is showing signs of illness. That’s when doctors use advanced diagnostic methods to get a clearer picture. These procedures help pinpoint the exact cause of a child’s health issue. Our team at LIV hospital uses the latest technology to ensure accurate and reliable results.
Imaging means taking pictures of the inside of the body. It helps doctors see bones, organs, and tissues to find out what’s wrong. We use child-friendly rooms and techniques to make these procedures easy.
An X-ray is a quick way to take a picture of bones and some organs, like the lungs. It’s commonly used for checking broken bones, pneumonia, or when a child has swallowed a foreign object. It uses a very small, safe amount of radiation.
An ultrasound is a painless test that uses high-frequency sound waves to create live pictures of the body’s internal parts. It’s safe for children because it doesn’t use any radiation. It is often used to look at soft tissues like the appendix, kidneys, or gallbladder.
These are more detailed imaging techniques.
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Proper preparation helps ensure the test is accurate and that your child is comfortable. We will always give you specific instructions for your child’s test.
Getting test results can sometimes be confusing. The doctor will sit down with you to explain what the results mean for your child’s health. We believe in clear, simple communication.
After reviewing the results, your doctor will discuss the next steps. This could include:
Doctors use different tests depending on what they suspect. These can be simple ones like blood or urine tests, imaging like X-rays or ultrasounds, or special checks like developmental screenings and advanced MRI or CT scans.
Preparation is usually simple. For some blood tests, your child might need to fast (not eat or drink anything but water) for up to 12 hours before the test. Always follow the specific instructions given to you by the clinic staff.
No, an ultrasound is not painful. It uses sound waves, not needles. The child will only feel the cold gel and the slight, gentle pressure of the wand (transducer) on their skin as the technician moves it to get pictures.
Pediatric tests are generally very accurate. However, doctors almost always use a combination of test results, your child’s physical symptoms, and their detailed medical history to make the final, most reliable diagnosis.
It is needed when your child has symptoms that are not getting better, or when routine tests haven’t clearly found the problem. The doctor will suggest advanced tests if they are necessary to fully understand and treat the condition.
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