Learn about pediatric treatment approaches and comprehensive care for children at Liv Hospital.

Pediatric Treatment and Care Options

Learn about pediatric treatment approaches and comprehensive care for children at Liv Hospital.

Discover LIV Hospital’s personalized pediatric treatment. We cover medications, minimally invasive surgery, rehabilitation, and full recovery support.

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Treatment and Care in Pediatrics

Once we understand your child’s health challenge, the goal shifts to effective treatment and care. This means choosing the safest and best ways to help them heal. Pediatric care at LIV Hospital is tailored for every child, considering their age, size, and unique needs. We focus on quick, lasting recovery using the latest medical methods. Our comprehensive approach ensures your child receives support from the initial treatment right through to full health and recovery, with a dedicated team watching every step.

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Medical Treatment Options

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Many common childhood health problems are solved with carefully chosen medication. This includes medicines for infections, allergies, pain relief, and managing chronic conditions like asthma. LIV Hospital doctors are experts in choosing the exact type, amount, and form (like liquid or chewable) of medicine for your child’s age and weight. Parents need to follow the prescription instructions exactly, giving the medicine at the right time for the right number of days.

Prescribing and Dosing Safety 

Dosing medicine for children is very different from that for adults. Pediatric doctors must be extremely careful to ensure the dose is safe and effective. At LIV Hospital, we use advanced technology and strict dosing protocols to prevent mistakes. We always check your child’s body weight before prescribing anything. Before you leave the clinic, our nurses will review how and when to give the medicine and answer any questions you have.

Managing Infections with Antibiotics 

When a child has a bacterial infection, like strep throat, the doctor may prescribe an antibiotic. Antibiotics are powerful medicines that kill bacteria. It is critical that your child takes the entire course of antibiotics, even if they start feeling better quickly. Stopping early can allow some bacteria to survive and become stronger, making the infection harder to treat later.

Minimally Invasive Procedures

To reduce pain, lessen scarring, and speed up healing, our specialists often use minimally invasive procedures. These techniques involve using small, specialized tools and thin instruments, often guided by high-tech imaging, instead of making large surgical cuts. For example, a doctor might use a tiny camera (endoscope) to examine the stomach. These procedures are a major advantage at LIV Hospital as they lead to much faster recovery times and less discomfort.

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures

Minimally invasive methods are used for two purposes: to diagnose and to treat. Diagnostic procedures, like a bronchoscopy, allow doctors to look directly into the lungs. Therapeutic procedures, like removing small growths, can fix the problem without open surgery. This advanced approach is central to the care we provide. We strive to be as gentle as possible while achieving the best medical outcome.

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Surgical Interventions

Sometimes, surgery is the safest and most effective way to correct a serious problem, fix a significant injury, or treat a complex disease. Our pediatric surgeons at LIV Hospital are highly specialized, trained to operate on children of all sizes. We use precise surgical planning and have dedicated operating rooms with child-sized equipment.

Preparing for Pediatric Surgery

Preparing a child for surgery requires special care. We have a Child Life team dedicated to easing the anxiety of both the child and the family. They use simple, truthful explanations and play therapy to help the child understand the process. Before the procedure, a special pediatric anesthesia team ensures your child is safely asleep and comfortable throughout the entire surgery. This dedicated, comforting environment is a hallmark of care at LIV Hospital.

Post-Surgical Care and Monitoring

After surgery, your child is moved to a special recovery area where they are closely monitored by nurses who specialize in pediatric post-operative care. We focus intensely on pain management to ensure comfort. We use special charts and scales to measure pain even in very young children. The doctors and nurses keep the parents informed about their child’s condition and their progress.

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Rehabilitation and Recovery

After an illness, surgery, or injury, a child often needs extra help getting back to their normal routines and full abilities. This process is called rehabilitation or rehab. Our personalized programs at LIV Hospital focus on rebuilding strength and skills using specialized pediatric therapists.

Types of Therapy Offered

We offer specialized programs: 

  • Physical Therapy for walking and movement; 
  • Occupational Therapy for daily skills like dressing and writing
  • Speech Therapy for talking and eating difficulties. 

All therapists are trained to work specifically with children, making the sessions feel like play, not work.

Long-term Management and Follow-up

For long-term health issues, like chronic asthma or complex conditions, continuous support is vital. This is called long-term management and follow-up. It ensures the child stays healthy as they grow and their bodies change.

We schedule regular follow-up appointments to check your child’s growth, adjust any medication dosages, and monitor the condition. LIV Hospital uses special monitoring protocols to track key health indicators and detect potential problems early. This proactive, regular care helps prevent sudden complications.

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Why Choose LIV Hospital?

Choosing where your child receives medical care is a big decision. LIV Hospital offers comprehensive pediatric services, integrating leading technology with compassionate, family-centered care. We focus on achieving high success rates in complex procedures and providing continuous patient and family support. Our child-friendly environments, advanced pain management, and dedicated pediatric specialists ensure that your child is always in the safest, most capable hands.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How can I prevent common childhood diseases like the flu?

The best way to prevent the flu and other viruses is through two actions: getting the annual flu vaccine and practicing excellent hand hygiene (washing hands often with soap and water). Avoiding close contact with sick people also helps.

The best diet is one that is balanced, focusing on whole foods. This means eating lots of fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins, and reducing sugary drinks, fast food, and high-fat snacks. A registered LIV Hospital nutritionist can provide a personalized plan.

Children need at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day. This activity should make them breathe a little harder and feel warmer. Good heart health comes from making this movement a daily routine, not just something done on weekends.

Yes, high or long-term stress can negatively affect a child’s immune system, digestion, and sleep, and can sometimes trigger conditions like tension headaches or asthma attacks. Managing stress is an important part of overall health prevention.

The most effective lifestyle changes are maintaining a healthy weight and getting regular exercise. Type 2 diabetes risk is greatly reduced by limiting sugar intake, eating whole foods, and keeping the body active every day.

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