General paediatric consultations assess illnesses and health concerns affecting infants, children and adolescents. Medical evaluation includes symptom history, examination, growth assessment and appropriate investigations. Treatment depends on the child's age and clinical findings.
Neonatal stabilisation involves assessing and supporting newborn babies who require additional medical care. Treatment may include temperature regulation, glucose monitoring, respiratory assistance and cardiovascular support depending on the infant's condition.
Neonatal resuscitation provides immediate medical support to newborns who experience difficulty breathing or adapting after birth. Interventions are selected according to the baby's heart rate, breathing and response to initial care.
Respiratory diseases in children may cause coughing, wheezing, fever or breathlessness. Medical assessment helps distinguish infections, asthma and other conditions. Treatment may include medication, oxygen or specialist support according to severity.
Childhood infections can affect different organ systems and may present with fever or other symptoms. Evaluation includes clinical examination and selected laboratory tests. Treatment depends on the likely infection and the child's health.
Growth and developmental assessments review a child's height, weight, developmental milestones and functional abilities. Monitoring can help identify growth concerns or developmental delays that require further examination or specialist intervention.
Childhood immunisation protects against selected infectious diseases. Vaccination schedules are planned according to age, medical history and national recommendations. Paediatric consultations can help parents understand vaccine requirements and precautions.
Adolescent health consultations address physical development, nutrition, growth, behaviour and other health concerns during teenage years. Assessment considers individual medical history and developmental needs, with specialist referrals when appropriate.
Surfactant therapy may be used for selected premature newborns with respiratory distress syndrome. It helps improve the function of immature lungs. Treatment is provided in an appropriately equipped neonatal care setting.
Neonatal respiratory support includes continuous positive airway pressure, non-invasive ventilation or mechanical ventilation when necessary. The appropriate support depends on breathing effort, oxygenation and the newborn's clinical condition.
Exchange transfusion is a specialised neonatal procedure used in selected serious conditions, including severe jaundice. It involves gradually replacing portions of the baby's blood under intensive monitoring and requires careful medical assessment.
Paediatric emergency care addresses sudden or serious illness in children. Assessment focuses on breathing, circulation, consciousness and other vital functions. Treatment depends on the specific emergency and available hospital facilities.