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What diseases or problems does the pediatrician treat?

Pediatrician

A pediatrician is the specialist in charge of caring for the health and diseases of children and adolescents from birth to 18 years of age. This doctor focuses on providing comprehensive, preventative care, performing regular health exams, administering vaccinations, diagnosing and treating common pediatric illnesses, and providing guidance to parents on their children's growth and development. In addition, the pediatrician works as a team with other health professionals to ensure the physical, emotional and social well-being of children and adolescents. It is advisable to see a pediatrician for regular check-ups, consultations for acute or chronic illnesses, and to receive guidance on child health and development.


The most common diseases that pediatricians treat are:

Abnormal breast development:

The abnormal development of the breasts is the abnormal growth of the breasts causing very large breasts in women which cause back, head and neck pain.

Abscess:

The abscess is the grouping and combination of damaged tissues forming a dome of pus in defense of an infection.

Acid reflux disease:

Acid reflux disease (also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD) occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus and irritates its lining causing heartburn.

Acne:

Acne is a skin disorder caused by inflammation of the sebaceous glands and hair follicles. It occurs when the pores are clogged with grease and dead cells.

Asthma:

Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that causes the airways to swell and narrow. There is a cough, wheezing, shortness of breath and chest tightness.

Atopic dermatitis:

Atopic dermatitis is a disorder that causes redness and itching of the skin. It occurs at any age, but is usually more common in children. It can manifest with allergies or rhinitis.

Birthmarks:

Birthmarks are a spot that forms before the baby is born.

Bronchitis:

Bronchitis is an inflammation of the mucous membrane which lines the bronchial tubes.

Bronquiolitis:

Bronchiolitis is a viral respiratory tract infection. The airways become swollen, inflamed, and filled with mucus, making it difficult to breathe.

Canker sores :

Canker sores are very painful ulcers that appear in the mouth and in which a white or yellow layer forms with a deep red border.

Caput Succedaneum:

The caput succedaneum is a mass without margins. Serous accumulation of subcutaneous intracranial fluid, causing intracranial pressure.

Celiac Disease:

Celiac Disease (CD) is an autoimmune digestive disorder in which the ingestion of gluten damages the small intestine. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, diarrhea, tingling/itching sensations, weight loss, and fatigue.

Cerebral palsy:

Cerebral palsy is a congenital disorder of movement, posture, or muscle tone.

Chronic cough:

Chronic cough is the mechanism that the body uses to clear the airways due to congestion by mucus or foreign objects in them.

Cleft palate:

The cleft palate is a malformation in the fetus during its formation where a separation occurs between the shovel and the lip.

Congenital malformations:

Congenital malformations are anatomical alterations of the fetus during the gestation process, they can be in organs, system, limbs due to genetic inheritance or environmental factors.

Constipation:

Constipation is the lack of peristaltic movements, which produces a shortage of evacuations or with effort.

Craniosynostosis:

Craniosynostosis is a malformation of the baby due to the cranial sutures closing prematurely.

Croup:

Croup is inflammation of the larynx and trachea, caused by a contagious infection that causes coughing, and sometimes makes it difficult to breathe.

Cystic fibrosis:

Cystic fibrosis is a hereditary disease of the sweat and mucous glands that is generally located in the liver, lungs, pancreas and intestines, etc.

Dermatitis:

Contact dermatitis is the reaction of the skin from exposure to allergens or irritants, causing irritation and rash on contact.

Diphtheria:

Diphtheria is the strong infection of the throat and nose making it difficult to breathe, it can also affect the throat, nose, skin and myocardium.

Dislexia:

Dyslexia is a reading difficulty whose origin derives from neurodevelopment, it is characterized by the confusion of the order of the letters while reading.

Down's Syndrome:

Down syndrome is a genetic disorder produced by an extra chromosome, which causes intellectual disability and physical development disorder.

Dry skin:

Dry skin is caused by the lack of hydration in the skin and the skin loses too much water and oil.

Early puberty:

Precocious puberty is the appearance of secondary sexual characteristics (development of the breast, pubic and axillary hair) before 8 years of age in girls and 9 years in boys. It is not a disease but we must take into account the psychological circumstances that this can generate in girls and boys.

Eczema:

Eczema is an inflammation of the skin, which is known as dermatitis. There are different types of dermatitis.

Flat foot :

The flat foot is a collapse in the arch of the foot, causing the entire surface of the sole of the foot to have contact with the ground when standing.

Flu:

The flu is a respiratory infection caused by viruses.

Food Allergy:

Food allergy is an inflammatory reaction of the body produced by ingested food.

Gastroesophageal reflux:

Gastroesophageal reflux disease occurs when stomach contents are returned to the esophagus.

Growth retardation:

Growth retardation is an abnormally slow weight gain or height in a child under 5 years of age.

Guillain-Barré syndrome:

Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is an autoimmune disorder in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells.

Hageal Reflux Disease:

Hageal Reflux Disease or GERD is a condition that occurs when the stomach acid flows back into the esophagus and irritates its lining causing heartburn. Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas preventing proper digestion and absorption of nutrients.

Headaches:

Headache is a pain that can range from mild to acute located in any area of ​​the head.

Hemangioma:

Hemangiomas occur with the appearance of normal and abnormal vessels on organs or skin and are generally benign.

Hemophilia:

Hemophilia is a genetic disorder in which blood doesn't clot efficiently leading to excessive bleeding and bruising.

Herpangina:

Herpangina is a viral disease that occurs mostly in children between 3 and 10 years old.

Hirschsprung disease:

Hirschsprung disease is a congenital disorder characterized by an absence of nerves cells in sections of the large intestine.

Hirsutism :

Hirsutism is the excessive growth of hair in women, following a male pattern in areas such as: sideburns, chin, breast areolas, neck, thorax, as well as back and thighs.

Hydrocephalus:

Hydrocephalus is the agglomeration of fluid in the cranial cavity.

Impetigo:

Impetigo is the appearance of red sores caused by a highly contagious skin infection.

Infections:

Infections is the invasion of a microorganism in the body causing certain symptoms and diseases.

Influenza:

Influenza virus is a respiratory illness caused by a virus that attacks mainly the upper and lower respiratory system. The virus can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death.

Iron-deficiency anemia:

Iron-deficiency anemia is a condition that involves low levels of healthy red blood cells due to low iron. Symptoms may include fatigue, pale skin, and problems with concentration.

Jaundice:

Jaundice is excess blood bilirubin in a newborn.

Jaundice (Yellowing of the Skin):

Jaundice (Yellowing of the Skin) yellowing of the skin and eyes abnormally due to bilirubin.

Keloids:

Keloid is generated by the overgrowth of scar tissue in a skin lesion.

Lactose intolerance:

Lactose intolerance is the inability to process foods that contain lactose that is found in milk and milk products.

Malnutrition:

Malnutrition is a disease of varying degrees of seriousness and with different clinical manifestations, caused by deficiency in the assimilation of food by the body.

Measles:

Measles viral disease caused by an infection easily preventable with a vaccine, related to young children.

Meningitis:

Meningitis is a bacterial or virus infection that inflames the meninges.

Miliaria:

The miliaria is a pathology in the skin which is produced by the obstruction of ducts through which sweat passes, remaining trapped under the skin.

Molluscum contagiosum:

Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection that produces small, painless, elevated lesions. It is caused by a virus that spreads through sexual intercourse and is often confused with herpes or warts.

Motor development:

Motor development is the sequential process of human beings where they acquire a huge amount of motor skills.

Neutropenia:

Neutropenia is the abnormal decrease in white blood cells, making it prone to infection

Otitis:

Otitis is an infection in the ear that causes inflammation.

Pharyngitis:

Pharyngitis is a sore throat between the tonsils and larynx, almost always sore throats are caused by viruses and less frequently by bacteria.

Pityriasis:

Pityriasis is a fungal infection that causes round, oval spots.

Premature birth:

Premature birth is the conception of the baby before week 37.

Rash:

The rash is a temporary outbreak of reddish patches on the skin, causing scaling and itching; possibly with hives or blisters

Reflux:

Reflux is the rejurjitation of food from the stomach into the esophagus causing heartburn.

Roseola:

Roseola is a high fever and rash caused by a common viral infection in children.

Rubella:

Rubella is a reddish rash caused by a contagious viral infection that is prevented with vaccines.

Scabies (Scabies):

Scabies (Scabies) is a contagious skin disease caused by arador mites

Scoliosis:

Scoliosis presents with a lateral curvature of the spine.

Sickle-cell disease :

Sickle-cell disease (Hemoglobin S) is a hereditary blood disorder in which hemoglobin in red blood cells tends to clog arteries, leading to pain/damage under the ribs and in the hands and feet.

Sinusitis:

Sinusitis is a condition caused by a virus, bacteria or allergies that inflames the mucosa of the sinuses.

Skin infection:

Skin infections are caused by bacteria, which by penetrating the hair follicles or through small breaks in the skin cause skin infection; They can affect a small area of skin or spread.

Sore throat:

A sore throat can be caused by a viral or bacterial infection that causes discomfort to swallow.

Stye :

A stye is a very painful boil or pimple that appears on the eyelid.

Sun allergy:

Sun allergy manifests itself as a rash or itchiness that appears after sun exposure.

Urinary tract infection:

Urinary tract infections can occur in any part of the urinary system, the kidneys, the bladder or the urethra. Urinary tract infections usually occur when bacteria enter the urinary tract through the urethra and begin to multiply in the bladder. Symptoms in most cases disappear within 24 to 48 hours after treatment begins.

Uveítis :

Uveitis is the inflammation and redness that occurs in various parts of the eyeball.

Viral gastroenteritis:

Viral gastroenteritis is caused by a virus and causes swelling or inflammation of the intestines and stomach. It manifests with symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting.

Weight gain:

Weight gain is produced by the increase in muscle mass or fat, raising our weight.


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